Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies

195. Ditch the Countdown: A Better Way to Create End of Year Closure


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The end of the school year often flies by in a blur of countdowns, celebrations, and chaos—but without a little intention, you and your students might miss out on something really important: true end of year closure. In this episode, we’re sharing simple, purposeful ideas to help you slow down, reflect, and wrap up the year in a way that honors your students’ growth.

Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/end-of-the-year-closure

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Related Episodes to Enjoy:

  • Episode 9, Breaking Up With End of Year Awards
  • Episode 11, Closing the Year
  • Episode 193, Why Smart Teachers Start Planning for Next Year in May
  • Episode 194, Want a Smoother Back to School? Do These 5 Things Now

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