271. Can't Miss Classic: The 6 Lists That Tell You If You're Really Ready for August

Back-to-school prep doesn't have to feel like an endless, overwhelming to-do list! In this replay episode, we're sharing the six areas we believe every teacher needs to have ready before the first day of school so you can head back feeling calm and confident instead of overwhelmed. We walk through practical tips for preparing your classroom, supplies, procedures, welcome plans, lessons, and even yourself, so you can focus on what matters most and start the school year with less stress and more confidence.Prefer to read? Grab the original episode transcript and show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/are-you-ready-for-the-school-year/Resources:Get your FREE ticket to Teacher Summer Talks!Back to School Readiness PlanEnd of Year Bulletin Board ActivityProcedures & Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistClassroom Procedures & Routines Editable SlidesGuided Discovery Back to School Bundle PackBack to School Pattern Block Mats for the First Day of SchoolFirst Day of School Editable GuideEnd of Year Road Map FreebieThe Rom-Commers by Katherine Center@pieladybooks on InstagramPre-order our book: Structure and SparkJoin the Teacher Approved Club!Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave a review on Apple Podcasts.Leave a comment or rating on Spotify.Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 73, 4 Reasons Why Affirming Students Is The Most Important Goal for Back to SchoolEpisode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How they Differ and How to Teach ThemEpisode 77, 3 Reasons Why a First Day of School Script Will Save Your SanityEpisode 78, Teacher Approved Tips: The Best First Day Arrival Activity and Pre-Writing AssessmentsEpisode 83, Classroom Setup Tips For Success: 8 Guiding Questions for Designing Your SpaceEpisode 134, The 10 Stages of Teacher Summer BreakEpisode 137, 3 Helpful Tips for Setting up Your Classroom Library