What I Wish I Knew About Teacher Documentation My First Year of Teaching
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What I Wish I Knew About Teacher Documentation My First Year of Teaching

The High School Documentation Binder is my ultimate teacher tool for tracking student data, interventions, IEP accommodations, and classroom management—without the overwhelm. In this post, I’m breaking down exactly how I use this system to stay on top of everything from parent communication logs to behavior documentation. Whether you’re a first-year teacher or a seasoned pro, this binder will save your sanity and streamline your workflow.

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AI-Mazing Classrooms: How ChatGPT Helps Me Work Smarter (Not Harder) in My Secondary Classroom
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AI-Mazing Classrooms: How ChatGPT Helps Me Work Smarter (Not Harder) in My Secondary Classroom

Teaching is nonstop—but what if AI could help? In this post, I’m sharing how I use ChatGPT to streamline lesson planning, grading, and creative brainstorming—all while keeping everything in one organized place. If you're a busy teacher looking to work smarter (not harder), this is your real-talk guide to using AI in the classroom—what works, what doesn’t, and what to try next.

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How I Keep High Schoolers Engaged Until the Bell Rings
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How I Keep High Schoolers Engaged Until the Bell Rings

Want to keep high school students on task until the very last second of class? In this post, I’m sharing my top engagement strategies that actually work—even with teens! From bell-to-bell instruction tips to low-prep classroom management hacks, discover how I keep my students focused, learning, and participating until the bell rings. Perfect for high school teachers looking to increase student engagement and reduce classroom disruptions.

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Leveling Up My WWII Unit: Strategies, Stories, and Tools I’m Taking Into My Classroom
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Leveling Up My WWII Unit: Strategies, Stories, and Tools I’m Taking Into My Classroom

This summer, I took a deep dive into WWII history at the National WWII Museum—and came back with classroom-ready strategies, powerful stories, and free resources that are already transforming how I teach one of the most complex eras in U.S. history. From Louisiana’s hidden wartime secrets to student-led simulations and oral histories, this post is packed with inspiration for every high school teacher ready to level up their unit.

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