As Pam and Kim wrap up their series on how to start the school year right, they discuss the importance of having your beliefs about teaching and learning solidified, so that everything that you do fits when making decisions in your classroom. They discuss how they approach analyzing and implementing other's ideas into their teaching practice, without giving up on their integrity.
Talking Points:

• How did Pam get to a point where she know about who she wanted to be as a math teacher?
• Knowing what you believe about teaching and learning can help you make choices.
• It's more about a common belief system that personality with co-teachers
• Intentional use of worksheets & resources can be determined by your teaching beliefs
• Determine your system of beliefs so that everything you do fits and works together for students

Check out Episodes 114 of this podcast for more ideas about starting your school