Exploring the Future of Education

Conducting student check-ins with your class is important in so many ways; they help build self-awareness, self-regulation, and a more trustworthy learning environment. They can also help students build social-emotional skills for Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and help strengthen relationships both inside and outside the classroom community. So it comes as no surprise that centering mental…

Checking student understanding is a vital part of any teaching process. It helps guide you in pacing the lesson appropriately, as well as ensuring your students are engaged and learning! Want to build an engaging Kami classroom? Check out this blog. However, sometimes it can be tricky – it might be last period on a Friday…

Set the tone for a successful school year with a collaborative, respectful classroom environment. A classroom contract is a powerful tool to help build a sense of shared responsibility and positive behavior expectations from day one. In this blog, we’ll walk through what a classroom contract is, how to create one with your students, and…

Creating a positive classroom culture is fundamental to shaping the minds of learners. Engaged learners are motivated to learn, they feel a sense of belonging to their teacher, peers, and the classroom. This is super important, not just for their social-emotional wellbeing but, also, when a student feels a sense of belonging they are more…

It's that time of year again, time to pack away the camping gear and beachwear, and set an alarm; school is back! The start of the year is a flurry of both excitement and nerves. Every teacher knows the importance of that first few days to build student relationships and set classroom expectations. Here are…

Using sign language in your everyday classroom is easy, fun, and beneficial for all. Here’s how! Sign language is another form of communication that nearly all students can use and benefit from.  It’s an exciting and engaging language that connects students with a range of different people. Learning signs is a multi-sensory experience, and the…

Introduce yourself in style with Kami’s Back-to-school Meet the Teacher templates. New terms, new school years, and Meet the Teacher event nights (like an Open House) all give you the chance to introduce yourself to new students (and their parents!) and welcome back those returning. Or, if you’re the new teacher on the block, you…

Looking to bring more Kami into your classroom this year? You’re in the right place. Whether you're preparing for the first day of school, refreshing your morning routines, or offering brain breaks to boost creativity, we’ve got a collection of free Kami teaching templates that are ready to go. These resources are perfect for K–12…

Make your first day back a breeze with an interactive and customizable seating chart. With so much to plan and prep for Back-to-school, the finer details can often get overlooked. But, in the moment, these “finer details” often have a huge impact on whether you’re starting your school year off on the right foot!  We’re…

The first day of school sets the tone for the entire academic year, and each year's reentry presents its own particular challenges. Meeting your new class for the first time is about so much more than making a good first impression: As an educator, you play a vital role in making this back-to-school experience as…