265. Can't Miss Classic: Your Permission Slip to Skip These 6 BTS Pressures

In this episode, we revisit the six back-to-school pressures we’re saying no to this summer: elaborate classroom themes, laminating everything, chasing every social media trend, overspending on classroom decor, making our rooms look picture-perfect, and comparing ourselves to other teachers online. We share practical reminders for staying grounded during back-to-school season by focusing on meaningful instruction, simple systems, and our own well-being instead of panic-driven prep. We’re here to remind you that your small wins are worth celebrating, and a calm, rested teacher will matter more to your students than a Pinterest-worthy classroom.Prefer to read? Grab the original episode transcript and show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-teacher-stress/Resources:First Day of School Lesson Plan and Planning GuideColton Gentry's Third Act, by Jeff ZentnerCheck out our book Structure and SparkJoin The Teacher Approved ClubConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 81. 20 Teacher Approved Back to School Tips From ListenersEpisode 143. The Easiest Back to School TipEpisode 194. Want a Smoother Back to School? Do These 5 Things NowEpisode 201. 20 Easy Back-to-School Teacher Tasks You Can Totally Do From the Couch