This summer, we're sharing our can't-miss classic episodes, and this week's gem is all about that pivotal moment every teacher experiences: receiving your class list. We dive into the mix of excitement, anxiety, and anticipation that comes with seeing those names for the first time. We've crafted 10 practical tips to help you transform that overwhelming moment into a strategic planning session, ensuring you feel confident and prepared for the upcoming school year!

Prefer to read? Grab the original episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-to-do-list/

Resources:

• Seating Chart Planning Tool
• Ready for School Checklists
• Daily Morning Messages Slides
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Related Episodes to Enjoy:

• Episode 73, 4 Reasons Why Affirming Students Is The Most Important Goal for Back to School
• Episode 87, 4 Important Ways to Build Classroom Community at Back to School
• Episode 148, How to Build Positive Relationships with Your Students at Back-to-School
• Episode 194, Want a Smoother Back to School? Do These 5 Things Now
• Episode 207, No Class List? No Problem—Here’s What to Prep While You Wait

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The July Secret: How Smart Teachers Use Summer to Start Strong, Not Stressed. Join us for a free training where we'll show you how to use July strategically so you can feel prepared for back-to-school without the guilt or overwhelm. Sign up at https://secondstorywindow.net/july