243. How to Protect Your Planning Time (So You Can Stop Working For Free)
Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies · Heidi and Emily, Elementary School Teacher and Resource Designer
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Show Notes
In this episode, we break down why teacher planning time so often gets wasted and what actually helps protect it. We share a simple two-pillar framework focused on guarding your prep from interruptions and directing it with intention, so you know exactly what to work on when you sit down. From setting boundaries to choosing tasks that make the rest of your week smoother, this conversation is all about making planning time more productive and sustainable.
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