Author name: Rhapsody

Hi, I'm Rhapsody! I've been a teacher for 19 years, working mom for 10 years, and National Board Certified for 12 years. I hold a master's degree in Secondary English Education and am license to teach in two states. I am passionate about helping teachers find work-life balance without sacrificing their success or sanity.

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Don’t Settle for Less: Why High Standards Matter

Setting high standards for students is SO important…but true equity means that not all students must have the bar at the same height!

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Classroom Management: How to A.C.T.

What’s the most important skill that college doesn’t teach you? Classroom management. Without it, you’re basically doomed. Here’s a simple strategy that will work in any classroom!

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7 Tips for Running Your Classroom on the Cheap

Who’s got extra money on a teacher’s salary? (I’ll wait). Read my favorite money-saving tips on how to get your classroom basics, for cheap or for free!

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The Need for Control: Why You’ll Be Better Off Without It

Obsessive control can create some pretty serious imbalance in our lives. But if you can learn to let go, your priorities can come into focus.

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Tips for Starting the School Year Right: RESPECT

Don’t make students earn your respect. Give it to them upfront because they are human beings entrusted to your care. Then work to earn theirs.

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