Lloyd Bowen provides strategies for success for starting out in a new school...

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• Lessons need to be meaningful.

• Build positive relationships.

• Get to know students quickly.

• Learn some key names fast.

• Look for opportunities to re-focus on learning.

• Prepare a ‘go-to kit’ of learning activities across stages.

• Chat with colleagues about classes right away.

• Start discussions around student strengths.

• Remember, teachers are people and we make mistakes too.

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