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Teacher Retention

White paper on 'Addressing the Teacher Shortage with Professional Development' alongside outline of teacher and students
March 15, 2024

Addressing the Teacher Shortage with Professional Development

Discover reasons for teacher shortages, the legislation combating the issue, and how professional development can play in teacher retention....
Guide
Education podcast image of Melissa Linton and Abby Druck discussing solutions for the teacher shortage crisis and campus climate.
February 28, 2024

Episode 6: The Teacher Shortage with Chandler USD

Dive into this educational podcast discussing how to tackle the unique challenges of the teacher shortage all while maintaining a positive campus climate to prevent burnout....
Podcast
Teacher writing on a whiteboard with text reading 'Guide to Teachership: How to Support Our New Teachers' centered around teacher support
February 22, 2024

Guide to Teachership: How to Support Our New Teachers

Teacher support is imperative to a thriving school - discover tips and strategies to support new teachers and improve student outcomes....
Guide
episode 4 delivering high-quality instructional material (hqim) despite teacher shortages
January 17, 2024

Episode 4: Delivering HQIM Despite Teacher Shortages

In this episode of Lessons Learned, learn about the teacher shortage and strategies for implementing HQIM education in schools....
Podcast
Two education leaders engaged in a conversation on addressing the teacher shortage crisis.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 2:00pm MT

Addressing the Teacher Shortage with Chandler USD and ASA

Gain insights to the teacher shortage crisis while maintaining a positive campus climate to prevent burnout....
Webinar
Teacher leading a classroom discussion on Native American Heritage Month, implementing lesson plans to celebrate and educate students about Native American culture and history
BetterLesson November 6, 2023

Honor Native American Heritage Month With These Fun and Educational Lesson Plans

Looking for Native American Heritage Month Activities? Here is a round-up of lesson plans created by BetterLesson master teachers, complete with standards alignment and suggestions for differentiation....
Blog Post
Webinar on supporting teachers authentically
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 | 1:00pm EST

Authentically Supporting Your Teachers

Discover effective ways to authentically support new and veteran teachers, preventing burnout and fostering a positive staff environment....
Webinar
Teacher in a classroom with text displaying Hispanic Heritage Month lesson plans
BetterLesson September 15, 2023

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month With These Fun and Educational Lesson Plans

Looking for Hispanic Heritage Month Activities? Here is a round-up of lesson plans created by BetterLesson master teachers, complete with standards alignment and suggestions for differentiation....
Blog Post
Two teachers engage in a conversation illustrating educational mentorship.
Matt Homrich-Knieling August 15, 2023

Mentorship Matters: The Role of Seasoned Educators in Welcoming New Teachers

High turnover rates among new teachers is a serious concern. Utilizing seasoned teachers as mentors is a powerful tool for welcoming and retaining new teachers. We’ve compiled a list of suggestions for how to approach creating a successful teacher mentor program....
Blog Post