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EPISODE · Jan 11, 2026 · 20 MIN

117. How to Reset Your Class After the Winter Break

from Rainbow Skies for Teachers · host Ashleigh and Alisha

Your students return from winter break full of stories, energy… and having forgotten every routine you spent reinforcing! Sound familiar?Don’t worry, this episode is here to help you press the reset button in a way that feels calm, supportive, and purposeful. We share simple, actionable strategies for rebuilding routines, re-establishing classroom expectations, and reconnecting with your students.In This Episode, We Cover:Why after the winter break is the perfect opportunity to reset classroom routinesHow to reteach procedures like it's Week 1 of school (without overwhelm)Strategies to reframe behaviour expectations with your studentsRebooting collaborative learning routines and regrouping based on mid-year dataSimple connection-building activities to ease back into learningGoal-setting ideas for your students (and yourself!)How to give yourself grace and embrace a slower startIf your classroom feels a little wobbly post-break, this episode is your friendly roadmap back to confidence, calm, and connection. Let’s make the rest of the year your best yet!Rainbows ahead,Alisha and AshleighResources mentioned in this episode:Classroom Detective FreebieBrain Breaks Podcast Episode 80 New Year Code Crackers For Grade 1-2 and Grade 3-6Lighting Up the School Year (3D Display)3D Easels (About Me + Goals)The Year Ahead Goal-Setting BookletSpinning Stars Goal-Setting DisplayAPPLE PODCAST | SPOTIFY  | AMAZONLet's hear from you! Text us!

Your students return from winter break full of stories, energy… and having forgotten every routine you spent reinforcing! Sound familiar? Don’t worry, this episode is here to help you press the reset button in a way that feels calm, supportive, and purposeful. We share simple, actionable strategies for rebuilding routines, re-establishing classroom expectations, and reconnecting with your students. In This Episode, We Cover: Why after the winter break is the perfect opportunity to reset class...

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