Imagine your students creating their own experiments, engaging deeply with live organisms, and applying the scientific method with enthusiasm. This year, I designed an advanced-level Animal Behavior Lab that does just that—helping students master experimental design while working with live mealworms. In this blog, I’ll guide you through each stage of the lab, share reflections…
Are you preparing to teach dual credit or AP Biology for the first time? Excited about diving into college-level content with eager, motivated students? If you’re like me, you probably imagine your class will be filled with bright minds, ready to conquer the challenges of…
Teaching a dual credit (DC) biology course is both a rewarding and challenging experience. Many of us, who have years of teaching under our belt, now find ourselves in new territory, navigating the expectations of teaching a college-level course to high school students. In this…
As a young girl, the thought of becoming a teacher never crossed my mind. Yet, looking back, I can’t express enough gratitude for finding my way into the classroom. My journey may not be uncommon, echoing stories you’ve likely heard before. During college, nursing school…
This year I am heading into my 8th year in the classroom. I’ve gained valuable insights from trying different approaches—some successful, others not so much. For those of you beginning your teaching journey, I have essential advice and tips to offer. While there are numerous…
As a teacher, one of the most important actions you can take is to establish a solid connection with your students’ parents. While this may seem daunting, especially if you are a new teacher with a heap of responsibilities, building strong teacher-parent relationships is an…
Make sure you’re sitting down for this. I’m going to be totally real and upfront about what you can expect when it comes to putting in those teaching work hours. Your teaching gig won’t stick to the strict schedule of clocking in and out. It’ll…
The first year of a teacher’s career holds immense significance as it can set the tone for their future success or challenges. Remarkably, statistics reveal that 1 out of every 3 teachers decide to leave the teaching profession entirely within their first five years. This…
If you’ve ever felt like the world is too big, too confusing or just downright overwhelming to tackle on your own, then this blog post is for you. I know what it feels like when it seems like there are so many things in front…