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Fostering a sense of belonging and connection among students is crucial for their overall well-being and academic success. This sense of belonging helps create a positive classroom environment, promotes student engagement, reduces feelings of isolation, and enhances learning motivation. While many educators recognize the importance of these activities at the start of the school year,…

Effective classroom management is crucial to creating a positive and productive learning environment. MTSS Tier 1 classroom management skills lay the foundation for a well-managed classroom where students feel respected, engaged, and motivated to learn. As the start of the school year gets closer, we wanted to share some key classroom management strategies and techniques,…

As the school year comes to a close, educators around the world can finally take a much-needed break from the demanding and often overwhelming nature of their profession. Summer break offers a golden opportunity to unwind, recharge, and prioritize self-care. It’s crucial to step away from the daily stresses and responsibilities of the classroom/campus and…

This month, we sat down with our resident MTSS expert, Liz Toruno, to discuss how educators can effectively implement Tier 1 interventions. Liz is the MTSS Coordinator for Bakersfield City School District, the Lead Culture Coach for Thriving YOUniversity, and has a passion for all things MTSS. What is a common misconception about Tier 1…

It is standardized testing season, which often means heightened stress for everyone in the classroom, so we wanted to share some activities you can use to help ease the stress of testing.  You can use mindfulness, movement, and brain breaks to help alleviate student stress. Mindfulness activities can help students focus their attention and calm…