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2- be really tough the first few weeks.

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Take the extra time in the beginning of the year to build relationships! It’ll be so worth it in the end!!

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Have high expectations for your students but love them too!!!!

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Have high expectations for your students but love them too!!!!

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Make sure that you ask your instructional coach or other teachers that you work with any and all questions that you have because they know that you are just trying to figure everything out. Even when you go to New Teacher Academy, ask them any questions you have for anything whether it pertains to the lesson or something else that is on your mind.

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You are going to do great, take a breath and soak up information. Rely on the Math team they are lifesavers on days you feel like your sinking.

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Ask for help.
Find your way to be motivated.
Dont take kids disrespect personally.
Youre not their friend.
Take a personal day and soak it up.
Dont take work home.
Dont live in your laziness, only visit it every now and then.
Participate in NTA.

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Be the teacher that makes the difference. Make sure to have YOU time. You got this! Remember every kid has a background, learn it to help them thrive.

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Take the time to build SOLID, meaningful relationships with your students!

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You will have a wonderful team along side of you. Everyone you talk to will help you in every way possible. You will be appreciated!!

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Don’t be discouraged by one bad day or one rough class. The next day or class is new. Find at least one good thing in each day or class. Your success is not defined by your bad days or classes.

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As a first year teacher you will fall and mess up, but don’t let it get you and keep you down. Ask for help and advice from those that support you (instructional coaches, CALs, coworkers). You have so many kiddos looking to you for love, guidance, and support. For some kids, you’re the only smile or hug they get all day. Love your students and let them know it daily.

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Don’t be scared to ask coworkers any questions you might have!

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Having clear expectations for how students should act and enforce the class rules consistently.

Have clear times for yourself to not work or grade (especially those English essays!) Make a certain time "your time"

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You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. LISD has tons of resources ready to go and help shape your lessons.

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Always look for something positive even on your toughest days. Never be afraid to try different things. :)

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Face the new challenges with your strong will. It is another learning in life.

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Face the new challenges with your strong will. It is another learning in life.

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And remember to build connections all year long.

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Use the strategies and tips you learn to enhance your own strengths. You will be great!

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Don’t be afraid to ask questions!

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Build Relationships with your students!

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It gets easier. Don't take work home. Give yourself some time at home.

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It gets easier ;)

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Use this time wisely! I know you are exhausted and ready to be home but when you apply the concepts presented to your classroom, NTA can be a valuable learning experience to help you to become the best teacher you can be.

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Keep your head up! It's hard but I promise it'll get better, and it's honestly so rewarding. Remember to eat and sleep and take time for yourself too. It's all worth it.

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Be ready

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Make good teacher friends, don’t be afraid to ask for help.

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1. Make kids Work not you
2. Prepare for the week adapt daily
3. Have fun with students
4. Live grade always
5. Do extra to make extra ($)
😎😁

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Go to NTA! Talk with your other teachers. Be friends with the coaches!

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Go to NTA! Talk with your other teachers. Be friends with the coaches!

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You will want to quit on many kids and tell them to grow up or take the class again next year. They need your push because they aren’t getting it elsewhere so do not let them stop working. Keep bugging them.

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Have a positive attitude and build relationships with your coworkers!

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Have a positive attitude and build relationships with your coworkers!

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Learn and laugh at your mistakes, keep your head high, and continue strong

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Do not stress, just leave everyday like the last one...Walk, smile,eat and sleep and DON'T GIVE UP!!!

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Do not stress, just leave everyday like the last one...Walk, smile,eat and sleep and DON'T GIVE UP!!!

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No matter what, just breathe

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(PS: eat ice cream, drink wine)

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The more you invest in your kids the more they will invest in your classroom’s learning

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The more you invest in your kids the more they will invest in your classroom’s learning

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Have defined boundaries for yourself and boundaries for your students

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Have defined boundaries for yourself and boundaries for your students

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Participate!! It will make time fly by faster

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Welcome to NTA and Lubbock ISD! The first year has so many great learning experiences and I was fortunate to be a part of Lubbock ISDs team. The kids are phenomenal and enjoy the ups and downs. Lupe is a great mentor and lean on her and your support staff. Good luck! 

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Welcome to NTA and Lubbock ISD! The first year has so many great learning experiences and I was fortunate to be a part of Lubbock ISDs team. The kids are phenomenal and enjoy the ups and downs. Lupe is a great mentor and lean on her and your support staff. Good luck! 

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Take any help you can get

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Ask questions! Don’t give up!

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Take all the help you can get!!

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Always be consistent with your rules and don't worry about the kids hating you for it... by the middle/end of the year they will appreciate it! (And I promise they will still like you

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Teaching is an art that takes practice. It's okay if you're not great at it at first.

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Teaching is an art that takes practice. It's okay if you're not great at it at first.

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No matter how hard it is, keep a good attitude

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No matter how hard it is, keep a good attitude

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Great job...Very helpful, kind, resourceful and was always available when needed!

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You did an amazing job! Thanks for all you do.

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Use your resources and take the digital planning classes!

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At the times when you think you “literally can’t”.....you can!!!

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Set limits for yourself.  Have a time that you agree to go home in the evenings, and set a limit for the work you are willing to do on the weekends.  

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Set limits for yourself.  Have a time that you agree to go home in the evenings, and set a limit for the work you are willing to do on the weekends.  

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You will get through it.

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Use your mentors and always ask for help

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Take advantage of the mentors! They are wonderful!

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Take advantage of the mentors! They are wonderful!

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Don’t stress and overwork yourself

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Take advantage of all of the wonderful PD opportunities within the district including NTA, Classroom 101 & 102, and Digital Learning initiatives.

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Start your day with a positive outlook and try to hold onto it all day long. But, don't beat yourself up when you don't. Everyday is a new day for success.

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Start your day with a positive outlook and try to hold onto it all day long. But, don't beat yourself up when you don't. Everyday is a new day for success.

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go to all the behavior management PD you can! What works for one kid will not work for them all!

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Surround yourself with positive people and take advantage of all the district PD!

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NTA is very helpful. Always ask questions and good look to all of you

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NTA is very helpful. Always ask questions and good look to all of you

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Self care!
Be intentional with your planning
Ask for help. You cannot carry the weight of the world by yourself!

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Take advantage of all the PD opportunities

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Use your mentors for help!! They will save you and have your back when you don’t know what to do

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Plan intentionally and plan ahead. Don't waste any of your time.

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Plan intentionally and plan ahead. Don't waste any of your time.

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Discove

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You can't do it all! Pick one thing to

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You can't do it all! Pick one thing to try and succeed at, versus

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Don’t be afraid to ask questions.

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Don’t be afraid to ask questions!

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Collaboration is my favorite part! Great time to learn from others!

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Don't be afraid to ask for help! Ask lots of questions

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Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Breathe. Everything will turn out alright in the long run.

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Surround yourself with positive people

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NTA is so helpful! Listen and actually apply to your classroom!

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Take care of yourself and enjoy the journey!  Ask lots of questions & good luck

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Take care of yourself and enjoy the journey!  Ask lots of questions & good luck

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Great strategies!!

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Remember why you decided to become a teacher. Don't let anything discourage you from loving your kids and helping them grow. 

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Remember why you decided to become a teacher. Don't let anything discourage you from loving your kids and helping them grow. 

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Don't be afraid to ask for help. You may not know how to ask for help, ask anyway. 

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Don't be afraid to ask for help. You may not know how to ask for help, ask anyway. 

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Best wishes and my best advice would be to show up ready to take at least one thing away from NTA. You will be tired but the information and encouragement are amazing!

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Best wishes and my best advice would be to show up ready to take at least one thing away from NTA. You will be tired but the information and encouragement are amazing!

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Don't be afraid to ask for help. Be compassionate and empathetic yet firm at the same time. Be very flexible and have fun, dont be afraid to get silly!!

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Don’t be afraid to ask questions and share suggestions. EVERYONE is stressed, tired, and a little lost. Ain’t no shame in that first year teacher game! You will survive!

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Don’t be afraid to ask questions! Ask away! More than likely someone else has the same question

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Take Classroom 101 and 102 as early as possible. Learn as much as you can from Martha Dodge. 

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Take Classroom 101 and 102 as early as possible. Learn as much as you can from Martha Dodge. 

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Nobody said this job was easy. Be as prepared as you can be and I promise your teaching will go so much smoother!

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Know that everyone in the room with you is going through the same thing everyday! Don’t be afraid to ask for questions and help! That is what NTA is for! Best of luck!

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New teacher is a safe place!! Don’t be afraid to ask for guidance, the mentors are great!

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Show up early to make sure you get food ;)

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Show up early to make sure you get food ;)

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Prioritize and ask for help.

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Best wishes in your teaching adventure! Enjoy all of the special achievements you make in and out of the classroom.

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Always remember your why. It will help you through those rough days.