Professional Growth - How to Nurture Empathic Joy in Your Classroom

This ARTICLE resonates well with both our theme of "high expectations in a nurturing environment" and our push towards PBIS Schoolwide. The author highlights some key reminders and digs deeper on each of the following topics with a goal of keeping joy alive and well in our classrooms and lives:

1. Slow down, and pay attention to the good things
2. Keep joyful memories alive
3. Share joy to foster connections with students and families
4. Consciously make micro-affirmations
5. Take care of yourself