TEACHER TIPS

         IDEAS FOR THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL AND BEYOND.....

1ST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR GRADES 7 - 12:Learning about each other and breaking the ice--
this activity addresses this topic in a creative manner, for middle and high school students and
classes.

TIPS & STRATEGIES FROM FIRST-YEAR TEACHERS:  Over plan! Prepare, prepare, prepare!  These tips are often
given to new teachers, but here you'll also find much more in the way of wisdom and sage advice -- from first year teachers themselves!

FIRST DAY CHECKLIST:  If you are at all nervous about your first day on your
first teaching job, then copy this list and check it twice! Some good suggestions are included here to
think about before starting school.

THEMES AND ACTIVITIES FOR BACK TO SCHOOL

WHAT TO EXPECT YOUR FIRST YEAR OF TEACHING

SCHOLASTIC'S NEW TEACHER SITE

Thanks to the Learning Company Classroom Flyer for most of this information.