208. 5 Tips for How to Lesson Plan While Managing Constant Disruptions
Update: 2025-11-10
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Are constant disruptions messing up your perfectly planned weeks? You’re not alone! When I taught at small schools in particular, it often felt like every week held a new disruption. Between spirit weeks, fire drills, and field trips, I sometimes wondered if I’d ever get a “normal” week with my students! In this episode, I'm sharing five practical tips for lesson planning that will keep learning moving even when weeks don’t go as planned.
➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode208
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