Once the madness of a new school year has settled to a more manageable level (LOL!), I like to focus on creating a well-prepared binder for any substitute teacher I might have in my classroom. Most teachers I know, including myself, have experienced being a substitute in one way or another. We know personally how hectic and overwhelming it can be to successfully manage a room full of students all while ensuring they've learned something by the end of the day. Definitely not a job for the faint … [Read more...]