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6 End of the Year Tasks To Do Before Summer Break [Ep. 26]

May 09, 2023 • Carolyn Wahl - Middle School ELA • Episode 26

Before you close your classroom door for the summer, take a few intentional steps that will make your back-to-school season much smoother. In this episode, I’m sharing a list of simple but impactful end-of-year tasks to help you wrap up the school year with less stress—and more purpose.

We’ll talk about how to declutter and reset your classroom, review and update your classroom library, prep copies for the first week of school, and take time to reflect on what worked well. It’s easy to focus on what didn’t go right, but now is the time to celebrate successes, notice growth, and start planning for the changes you want to make next year. A few thoughtful actions now can save you time and energy later!