How to Build a Middle School Writing Skills Daily Schedule

3.6K Training middle schoolers to be writers isn’t all about talent—it’s about timing! Scheduling writing activities throughout your ELA classes helps preteens practice this creative craft and build writing skills without even realizing it. Take a look at a sample middle school writing skills daily schedule, plus find teacher-approved ideas for implementing activities to make … Read more

Your Essential Back-to-School Checklist for Teachers

33.5K Whether you’re a first-year teacher or a back-to-school veteran, preparing for that first week of school often marks the end of the summer. Between classroom supplies, desk arrangements, bulletin board décor, and all those copies to make, there’s always more to do — and the students haven’t even arrived yet! Use a straightforward back-to-school … Read more

50+ Entertaining Plays for High School Students

1K Nothing energizes a high school theater department like an upcoming play! Get young actors, backstage crew members, and stage managers amped for this season in drama with a selection of classic and unique plays for high school.  From small one-act plays to epic ensemble musicals, we’ve compiled an inspirational list of memorable plays for … Read more

TPT Survey: Teachers’ Perspectives Heading into the 2025-2026 School Year

423 Are teachers feeling more optimistic in the face of continued uncertainty? Are they feeling trusted? What keeps them up at night? TPT conducted a national survey of nearly 8,000 teachers to uncover insights that help answer these questions — and more — ahead of the 2025-2026 school year. These findings offer insights into teachers’ … Read more