Elizabeth Schley Evans, Author at STORIES FROM SCHOOL AZ

What Teachers Need

May 27, 2020Elizabeth Schley Evans Current Affairs, Education, Life in the Classroom, Mentoring, National Board Certification

As we wrap up this crazy school year and I end my 17th and possibly my final year of teaching, I’d like to address some needs I have seen throughout this pandemic. What teachers need: Professional development opportunities that are

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The Long Goodbye

April 27, 2020Elizabeth Schley Evans Current Affairs, Education, Life in the Classroom

This is dedicated to the Basha High School Class of 2020. My sweet, smart, empathetic, hilarious, amazing senior class. You will forever have a place in my heart. You made me love teaching at a time where it was almost

10 Seconds At A Time

March 27, 2020Elizabeth Schley Evans Current Affairs, Education, Life in the Classroom

As I wrap up my first week, trying to navigate a constantly changing job description and managing a new “home office”, I am overwhelmed. I have cried every day this week. I want to do what’s best for my students,

Assessing Civics

February 26, 2020Elizabeth Schley Evans Assessment, Education, Life in the Classroom, Literacy, Love, Social Issues

“There may be a lot of things that Democrats and Republicans disagree on, but educating our students about American civics is something almost everyone can agree is vital.” -Governor Ducey, February 2017 In 2018, Governor Doug Ducey signed SB

Not all teachers want to be an administrator

January 28, 2020Elizabeth Schley Evans Life in the Classroom, Professional Development, Teacher Leadership

I’m unsure if it’s because I’ve been in the classroom for 17 years or if I’ve made the choice to take on leadership roles, but I am often asked, “When are you going to become an administrator?” I always laugh.

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Responding To Not So Nice Emails

December 10, 2019Elizabeth Schley Evans Education, Parent Involvment, Teacher Leadership

Chances are, you have been on the receiving end of an email from a parent, a colleague, or someone else that is less than kind. I‘ve worked with many teachers who need help responding to these emails and I’ve devised

Spreading Kindness

November 20, 2019Elizabeth Schley Evans Education, Life in the Classroom, Love, Mentoring, Teacher Leadership

If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude. -Dr. Maya Angelou Think about the emails you get as part of the school staff every day. Now, think about the emails you send every

To Don’t List- Give Yourself A Break!

October 25, 2019Elizabeth Schley Evans Current Affairs, Education, Life in the Classroom, Love

“You are so lucky you get a two week break for fall break!” Yes. Yes, I am lucky. I am also unpaid during this two week break. My contract is for 202 days and these 10 days do not count.

Every Teacher Needs a Champion

September 26, 2019Elizabeth Schley Evans Life in the Classroom, Love, Mentoring, Teacher Leadership

Five years ago, I left my familiar junior high school to move to a new district and a new grade level. I was excited for a new challenge after teaching the same thing for 11 years and felt confident because