As we quickly approach summer break, now is the time for educators to start thinking about how they want to jump into the 2022/2023 school year. Even though spring is at its peak, educators know how fast fall will arrive. 

Conferences and webinars are simple ways to brush up on best practices, discover new methods to connect with students, network with other professionals and much more. Even better? Many professional-development events are free to attend! 

Most educators agree that the best place for students with learning disabilities is in the general education setting. Therefore, accommodating special education students in general education classrooms is imperative. This calls for increased differentiation of general instruction to make content accessible to special education students. It also calls for heightened awareness of the unique learning needs of special education students.

Teacher Appreciation Week is a beloved week for us at Rutgers Alternate Route, as we love celebrating our candidates past and present, as well as our trusted partners. 

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6, 2022) many businesses are celebrating educators by offering exclusive discounts. Teachers can redeem coupons for school supplies, deals on insurance and auto repair, discounts on clothing and much more. 

One perk of going into an education career are some of the programs and incentives available to teachers. Often, companies will create discounts for teachers or there will be opportunities specifically available to give teachers a leg up.

An example is the Teacher Next Door National Home Buying Program. The home buyers that go through the program enjoy a more streamlined experience and save money on expenses that can add up.

Every good host knows that it is important to make guests feel welcome in our homes. We approach our host duties understanding that all our guests are not the same. Some eat different foods, participate in different rituals, and have diverse needs. Similar to guests in our homes, teachers must aim to be great hosts to the students in our ever-changing classrooms.