Start Strong, Stay Strong - 5 First-Week Moves that Matter

Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 The first week of school can feel like a sprint, but it’s also your best chance to change the trajectory of the entire year. As we open season four of Straight Chalk, I’m sharing five foundational moves that help you build a classroom where students feel connected, supported, and ready to learn, without relying on gimmicks or one-off activities. We start with belonging because students are silently asking, “D...