Planeando for Next Year

 

 A Ganar Like Always

Bilingual music education has come a long way and our progress should be celebrated!  Today I share some suggestions to support with your planning for next school year.  These are general recommendations to get started on (especially if your students are busy testing):  

1. Take sufficient time to research new ideas, materials, cultural references, etc. and review the standard(s) you are targeting before beginning to outline your unit(s). 
2. When packing up your classroom, separate items you will definitely not need to send them to the dumpster or the donation bin.
3. Make a list of any supplies you need and would like for next school year.  There are lots of Summer "wish list" shoppers out there as well as contests that can help you acquire some of these items! 

Two items on my wish list for next school year

These are my personal goals based on my experience teaching this past school year:

1. Incorporate moments in your lesson plans when you can take a breather and drink some water.
2. Ensure sufficient time for reflection (don't overdo it!)
3. Plan for students to help put away their own chairs when possible.
4. Take a photo with students in their roster order on the first day to help you learn their names.

 

What's your #1 tip for planning for next school year? We'd love to hear from you!