Tired of glazed-over eyes and bored looks in your CTE classroom? Movement might be the game changer you’re looking for. In this post, I’m sharing 5 easy protocols that get students up, talking, and thinking without adding chaos or extra prep for you!

Recruiting for your CTSO doesn’t have to mean begging kids to stay after school or bribing them with donuts. I grew a DECA chapter from zero members to one of the top 10 largest in Tennessee by teaching CTSO skills right in my classroom. You can steal my same strategy and lessons to get your students excited to join!

Want a quick, low‑prep way to build instant classroom community? In this post I’m sharing how I use daily attendance questions (paired with my ready‑to‑go bellringer slides) to kick off every class with connection, calm, and routines that actually work across all your preps.

Ready to ditch the dreaded syllabus day? Discover how student‑led stations can transform your first day of school into a high‑energy, collaborative experience that builds classroom culture, saves your voice, and actually gets students excited to come back on Day 2!

You’ve heard all the “normal” tips and tricks to help your students at DECA competition, but if you’re ready to take it to the next level, incorporate these 5 things into your DECA ICDC practice routine!

Feeling the pressure to make DECA Month stand out this year? Whether you’re a veteran DECA advisor or just getting started, turning this month into something memorable for your students doesn’t have to be overwhelming. National DECA Month might seem like just another item on your to-do list. But what if I told you it could be one of the most exciting months of the year for your students—and for you?

We’ve all had those mornings that just didn’t go our way. You know the mornings I’m talking about… the ones where you’ve just woken up running a fever, your child woke up throwing up, or you get a flat tire on the way to work. 

It’s August, which means you can’t put off that back-to-school prep much longer! Students will be busting through those doors before you know it. (Don't worry, a deep breath helps!) ‍

This week I'm sharing my favorite tips for staying on top of the workload for a multiple prep teacher!

My goal was to always make my classroom organized, inviting, and student centered without pouring hours of my time into the setup.

Whether you’re just starting out, or you’re a veteran teacher, these action steps can help you build the foundation for a solid recruitment season…