Teaching is stressful. Learn how to take care of yourself. Disclaimer:  I am not a mental health specialist or a doctor. I don't even play one on T.V. The following blog post is simply what I learned about taking care of myself mentally in the high-stress profession of education . I may be a little late to the party, but I am only now realizing the power of mental health  and its crucial role in teacher well-being . Although I believed some people were predisposed to having m

Maybe it's your first year year teaching Georgia Studies, maybe you've taught it a few years, or maybe you are an old pro. Either way, I am taking this opportunity to create a guide post to answer questions, point out things you may have missed or enhance your already vast knowledge of teaching this subject. Let's first talk about the "what" and "why." Georgia studies is required for all eighth graders in the state of Georgia. Students have spent the last two years learning a

Copyright: Promotional image from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (film) Becoming a teacher leader may be one of your goals. It...