Teaching

Students Face Mental Health Crisis, but There's Hope April 18, 2023 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Jennifer Sepetys shares the way she's been helping her students deal with an increase in mental health issues. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Starting a Love of Math at the Elementary Level April 11, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson shares the ways she promotes math equity and helps instill a love of learning in her elementary students. ... Topic: MTOY, Foundation, Teaching

Education Has Gone to the Dogs! March 21, 2023 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Stacy Trosin introduces us to Rosie, a therapy dog that visits her school to help students smile and feel better when they are struggling. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Community Matters in School and Beyond March 14, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson talks about the importance of laying a foundation for children to forge safe and meaningful relationships. ... Topic: Community, MTOY, Teaching, Member News Spring '23 Issue

The ‘Specials’ Are Essential to Education February 21, 2023 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Ashleigh Lore shares her and her students' thoughts on the importance of classes that break the "traditional" classroom mold. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Mentorship Benefits Teacher Leaders and Those They Help February 15, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson talks about the importance of mentorship for veteran teachers and new educators alike. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

An Open Letter to Future Teachers January 17, 2023 In his guest blog, Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Dustin Sayers offers some words of encouragement to anyone looking at a career in education. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

If Work Seeps into Personal Time, It's OK to Set Boundaries January 10, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson shares a few things she has learned about stepping back smartly and avoiding burnout. ... Topic: MTOY, Foundation, Teaching

The Joy – Yes, Joy! – of Spreading Math Love December 20, 2022 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Karen Sleno shares three things she implemented to influence her students' mathematical outlook in a positive light. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Building Relationships and So Much More December 13, 2022 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson shares some of her ideas for establishing a classroom where students feel seen, heard and valued to create an environment where they can flourish. ... Topic: Member News, MTOY, Teaching, Member News Winter '23 Issue