Educator Reset: Starting the School Year Strong | The Planning Period

Back-to-school season is here! Whether you’re setting up your classroom, establishing new routines, or simply shifting back into school mode, the beginning of the school year can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this episode of The Planning Period, Andrea sits down with veteran educator Ashley to discuss what it really takes to start the year strong.

From building classroom culture and supporting student well-being to engaging families and preparing students for success, this conversation is packed with practical advice for educators heading into a new school year. In this episode:

✅ Creating a positive classroom culture
✅ Building strong relationships with students and families
✅ Supporting student well-being
✅ Easing students back into learning routines
✅ Lessons learned from previous school years
✅ Resources from the Michigan Learning Channel

Plus, discover how Story Pirates and other Michigan Learning Channel resources can help make your back-to-school planning easier and more engaging.