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Tag: End of Year
Let Summer Refill You
If you had a quiet moment this summer, what would you want to get better at? This one isn’t for everyone. Some of you are busier in July than in January — summer jobs, kids home, camps, family. If that’s you, bookmark this for when things settle. But if you do find yourself with a […]
For the Teacher Who Can’t Find the Words
For the Teacher Who Can’t Find the Words The last day of school has a feeling all its own. Backpacks bulge with the year’s worth of seforim and workbooks. The classroom looks a little bare already. Coat hooks hold one last sweater. And somewhere between the goodbyes, you find yourself wondering where the time went. […]
The Kesher That Lasts Beyond the Classroom
The school year is winding down — and if you’re like most teachers we know, you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to your students. You’ve given these girls more than lessons. You’ve given them your time, your warmth, and a piece of your heart. When a student opens her mailbox in July and finds […]
Grading Shortcut
https://tuteachercenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Excel-grading.mp4 Spreadsheets make calculating students’ grades quick and easy. They’re efficient and can be easily updated if anything changes, saving you from redoing all the math. Plus, they help keep everything organized and accurate, reducing mistakes. With a digital backup, your data is safe and easy to share with the school office, making it simple […]
Marking Simplified
There’s nothing more exhilarating than a pile of marked papers. And there’s nothing more overwhelming than a pile of unmarked test papers. Testing and accurate marking are necessary to hold students accountable and give them the feedback they crave. Here are some tips to lighten your marking load and help you finish the school year […]
Last Day Lessons
“Last day’s lesson? Sore topic!” says a fourth-grade teacher. “I can never predict how long the end-of-year assembly will last, so every year I end up either over-planning or under-planning the closure activity!” Navigating the school year’s close can be quite challenging for educators. With various school-wide assemblies and the need to wrap up the […]
Preparing an Effective Final Exam
Creating Questions Create an outline of the material taught Mark “must know” vs. “nice to know” information. When creating questions, prioritize questions on “must know” content Be cognizant of students’ skills and age level when choosing types of questions Think ahead towards marking: True/false, multiple choice, matching = quick scoring. Open-ended questions = more time-consuming. […]
Studying Tips for HS Students
Over the years, I’ve observed that many students struggle with navigating complex subject matter and managing their time effectively, while juggling a budding teen’s social life. Many may not have fully developed studying skills yet, so it’s crucial that we teach them effective methods. To help them, I compiled a list of practical tips that […]
