The joy of teaching and educator well-being
Key points:
- It’s critical that educators focus on supporting teacher well-being
- 5 ways to restore your passion for teaching
- Key strategies for education leaders to boost morale
- For more news on teacher well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub
Across the country, teachers like you are decorating classrooms, creating lesson plans, and preparing for new students. You have invested numerous hours planning how to help students learn and thrive. While teachers know how to prepare to help their students succeed, too often we forget to focus on what we need to prioritize our overall well-being so we can hold on to the joy of teaching. This back-to-school season is the perfect time to commit to you.
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