Teach the Bay

I designed this workbook for my students once we transitioned to distance learning. It is aligned to the podcast Mars Patel. Why did I choose a podcast? I wanted a way to discuss literature elements in a way hat was accessible for all my learners. Students listen to an episode, fill out that section of their workbook, and then discuss what we think while meeting on Zoom. It can be used as part of a podcast study discussion guide for students still meeting online or as independent work. No print

This is a resource for those who are interested in transitioning to a Restorative Justice framework in their classroom. This think sheet can be filled out when a student does something harmful or when there is a serious conflict. Instead of focusing on consequences, the focus is on repairing the harm that has been done to classroom relationships. By building relationships with students and helping them reflect upon their past choices, we can help them choose more productive ways to get their nee

This is a professional development slideshow outlining the process for transitioning from a traditional school model to a trauma-informed school. The slides can be edited to suit an individual school's needs. It discusses the reasons why this transition should be made, some strategies, building a transition team, and possible next steps.