"Best Year Ever!" or Bust! Helping Teachers Succeed Bill Cecil (Retired 31-Year Classroom Teacher, Served as Michigan Teacher of the Year in 2003-2004, Author of two books, and first time Podcaster)

In this episode I give you a quick overview of what this podcast series is about. I also describe what "Best Year Ever!" looked like in my classroom and have you start creating a clear vision of what you will want it to look like in your yours.  
I would LOVE to hear about any of your SUCCESS STORIES and STRATEGIES you are experiencing in your classroom this year as you work to make it the "Best Year Ever!" and/or any questions or feedback you would like to share regarding this week's podcast episode. Here are three places you can contact me:

Website: https://www.bestyearever.net
Email: billcecil@bestyearever.net
Facebook Page: (Best Year Ever!)

Learn more about my Best Year Ever! Playbook — BEST YEAR EVER! that contains the strategies I used each year in my classroom to make it the "Best Year Ever!"

This episode explains WHY it is important to think of yourself as a leader with a team to lead in your classroom. I will explain the necessary steps to convert your GRAND Vision into a SHARED Vision and Mission that will engage your team to work with you to make it the Best Year Ever!  
I would LOVE to hear about any of your SUCCESS STORIES and STRATEGIES you are experiencing in your classroom this year as you work to make it the "Best Year Ever!" and/or any questions or feedback you would like to share regarding this week's podcast episode. Here are three places you can contact me:

Website: https://www.bestyearever.net
Email: billcecil@bestyearever.net
Facebook Page: (Best Year Ever!)

Learn more about my Best Year Ever! Playbook — BEST YEAR EVER! that contains the strategies I used each year in my classroom to make it the "Best Year Ever!"

This episode will discuss the importance and power of using a Team Approach to tap into the power of team. This will help create a positive, safe learning environment where your students feel a strong sense of belonging that will help them thrive throughout the year.
I would LOVE to hear about any of your SUCCESS STORIES and STRATEGIES you are experiencing in your classroom this year as you work to make it the "Best Year Ever!" and/or any questions or feedback you would like to share regarding this week's podcast episode. Here are three places you can contact me:

Website: https://www.bestyearever.net
Email: billcecil@bestyearever.net
Facebook Page: (Best Year Ever!)

Learn more about my Best Year Ever! Playbook — BEST YEAR EVER! that contains the strategies I used each year in my classroom to make it the "Best Year Ever!"

This episode will discuss the importance of taking time to start building your group of students into a close-knit team by using games and icebreakers to get to know each other in fun playful way. This is the first crucial step needed in the process of creating a positive, safe learning environment to get your students comfortable working closely together throughout the school year.  I will discuss further steps and strategies to help build your team in future episodes.  
I would LOVE to hear about any of your SUCCESS STORIES and STRATEGIES you are experiencing in your classroom this year as you work to make it the "Best Year Ever!" and/or any questions or feedback you would like to share regarding this week's podcast episode. Here are three places you can contact me:

Website: https://www.bestyearever.net
Email: billcecil@bestyearever.net
Facebook Page: (Best Year Ever!)

Learn more about my Best Year Ever! Playbook — BEST YEAR EVER! that contains the strategies I used each year in my classroom to make it the "Best Year Ever!"

In this episode you will learn how well-defined procedures will help cut down on frustration and wasted time in your classroom which will give you more time to teach and more importantly, it will give your students more time to learn.
I would LOVE to hear about any of your SUCCESS STORIES and STRATEGIES you are experiencing in your classroom this year as you work to make it the "Best Year Ever!" and/or any questions or feedback you would like to share regarding this week's podcast episode. Here are three places you can contact me:

Website: https://www.bestyearever.net
Email: billcecil@bestyearever.net
Facebook Page: (Best Year Ever!)

Learn more about my Best Year Ever! Playbook — BEST YEAR EVER! that contains the strategies I used each year in my classroom to make it the "Best Year Ever!"

In this episode you will learn why it is important to establish and consistently enforce team rules and consequences in your classroom to help create a safe learning environment. This strategy will cut down on a lot of wasted learning time and provide clear boundaries for your students to thrive in. 



I would LOVE to hear about any of your SUCCESS STORIES and STRATEGIES you are experiencing in your classroom this year as you work to make it the "Best Year Ever!" and/or any questions or feedback you would like to share regarding this week's podcast episode. Here are three places you can contact me:

Website: https://www.bestyearever.net
Email: billcecil@bestyearever.net
Facebook Page: (Best Year Ever!)

Learn more about my Best Year Ever! Playbook — BEST YEAR EVER! that contains the strategies I used each year in my classroom to make it the "Best Year Ever!"