“What do you do if the teacher–student relationship is basically dysfunctional?” Educator @mattpitman.com.au responds to a real question from the Edutopia community—and lays out strategies that can help teachers reset boundaries and repair relationships. #EduSky #ClassroomManagement

When the Teacher-Student Relationship Breaks Down

These strategies will help teachers reset boundaries and repair relationships if classroom dynamics have become dysfunctional.

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By moving beyond the four walls of your classroom, you can empower students to notice and appreciate the world around them—boosting their focus and engagement in the process! 🌳☀️ #EduSky #StudentEngagement

Beyond Your Classroom Walls

Taking lessons outside can not only boost engagement but also help students find meaningful connections to the world around them.

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Taking your lessons outside doesn’t just boost engagement—it can help students find meaningful connections to the world around them *and* to one another! 🌤️ @mattpitman.com.au explains how to take any subject outside: #EduSky #StudentEngagement

Beyond Your Classroom Walls

Taking lessons outside can not only boost engagement but also help students find meaningful connections to the world around them.

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“What do you do if the teacher–student relationship is basically dysfunctional?” Educator @mattpitman.com.au responds to a real question from the Edutopia community—and lays out strategies that can help teachers reset boundaries and repair relationships.

When the Teacher-Student Relationship Breaks Down

These strategies will help teachers reset boundaries and repair relationships if classroom dynamics have become dysfunctional.

edut.to

I think it is time to discuss students, staff and parents like they are more than a brain in a jar and a dominant writing hand. That's why I wrote two books. I'd love for you to read them. 📘 ambapress.com.au/collections/... 📙 www.mattpitman.com.au/store 📗 amzn.asia/d/1gEklTA

I think it is time to discuss students, staff and parents like they are more than a brain in a jar and a dominant writing hand. That's why I wrote two books. I'd love for you to read them. 📘 ambapress.com.au/collections/... 📙 www.mattpitman.com.au/store 📗 amzn.asia/d/1gEklTA

One-on-one conversations between administrators and teachers can help create stronger, more supportive school communities! 🏫 Here’s how. #SchoolLeaders #Principals #EduSky

Building School Culture Through One-on-One Conversations

These informal talks offer school leaders a powerful tool for supporting teachers’ growth and contribute to a culture of collaboration and innovation.

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I spent a lot of time thinking about the structure of both of my books but this one was a little more personal in many ways. Take a look at the contents below 👇 📗 amzn.asia/d/1gEklTA 📘 ambapress.com.au/collections/... 📙 www.mattpitman.com.au/store #education #edusky #eduskyau

Very happy to announce that my second book The Connection Conundrum is available now! 📗 amzn.asia/d/1gEklTA 📘 ambapress.com.au/collections/... 📙 www.mattpitman.com.au/store #education #edusky #eduskyau

Head of School @mattpitman.com.au says flexibility is the key. “When tables stay the same all day, every day, so too can the learning,” says Pitman. “A static room can send the message that learning is linear and predictable, when in fact it is dynamic and evolving.” 5/6

New teachers: @mattpitman.com.au has 30 affirmations and tips—with links to more resources—to help you grow, build relationships, and get some wins this year. 🏅 #EduSky #NewTeachers

30 Quick Tips for New Teachers

There’s no magic formula for getting through your first year, but these pointers will help you keep perspective and carry on.

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Publishing 27 August 2025 🎉 This is for teachers ready to start building genuine, lasting connection in their schools, even when leadership isn’t quite there yet. It’s about showing that meaningful culture change doesn’t have to start at the top. 🗻 Pre-order 👉 ambapress.com.au/collections/...

After years of teaching, @mattpitman.com.au had a revelation: No single classroom layout fits every lesson. Instead, his tables and chairs are “constantly on the move" to create the best configuration for “the learning at that moment.” Here’s how his approach works: 🧵 1/6 #EduSky

This morning I sent my second book off to the Amba Press team for editing. This new book is for those who want to have impact on connection now, rather than waiting for the system to catch up. Stay tuned! #education #teaching #school #connection #community

This is a tough situation, and @mattpitman.com.au has good ideas for how teachers can get their class moving in a positive direction again. It's not a quick fix, but this is advice I'd want if I were still teaching.

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"Many teachers will encounter a class where the relationship fabric has worn thin or is completely torn apart. When the traditional tools of behavior management fail, when both sides feel disrespected, what can a teacher do?" Read more from @mattpitman.com.au: www.edutopia.org/article/when...

"Many teachers will encounter a class where the relationship fabric has worn thin or is completely torn apart. When the traditional tools of behavior management fail, when both sides feel disrespected, what can a teacher do?" Read more from @mattpitman.com.au: www.edutopia.org/article/when...

When the Teacher-Student Relationship Breaks Down

These strategies will help teachers reset boundaries and repair relationships if classroom dynamics have become dysfunctional.

edutopia.org

I’m incredibly honoured, proud and humbled to be recognised as an Excellence Awardee in the Secondary School Teacher of the Year – Non-Government category at the 2025 Australian Education Awards. Congratulations to all of this year’s Excellence Awardees! #eduskyau #ausedawards

A gloomy Melbourne Sunday made much more sunny signing and preparing copies of The Connection Curriculum to go out this morning. A privilege to write in each of these copies and see the interest in the book continue to grow almost a year after publication. 📗 www.mattpitman.com.au/book #eduskyau

I am really enjoying @xpateducator.bsky.social’s new newsletter DistillED. Definitely sign up to receive its very digestible wisdom straight to your inbox! Take a look and sign up here: newsletter.jamieleeclark.com/subscribe?re... #education #educationalleadership #connection #eduskyau

DistillED

⚗️ The 5-minute email that makes evidence-informed teaching crystal clear

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You can read my first article for @edutopia.org "Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth" here 👉 www.edutopia.org/article/guid... I'd love to hear your thoughts, if you have a moment to read. #education #connection #leadership #growth #socialemotionallearning

Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth

Teachers and school leaders can demonstrate valuable social and emotional learning skills through their actions.

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A gloomy Melbourne Sunday made much more sunny signing and preparing copies of The Connection Curriculum to go out this morning. A privilege to write in each of these copies and see the interest in the book continue to grow almost a year after publication. 📗 www.mattpitman.com.au/book #eduskyau

We're celebrating 5 years of @walkthrus.bsky.social with a giveaway. 50 books! 50 people selected randomly from people who fill in this form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Closes May 2nd. Got to be in it to win it... Reposts appreciated. With thanks to Alex at @johncattedu.bsky.social

🎤 Exciting news! I’m speaking at EDUtech Australia 2025 on 11-12 June in Sydney. Join me and other education innovators as we explore the future of learning through digital transformation, creativity & inclusion. Register today! i.snoball.it/p/IgkF/i/3 #EDUtechAU

I am really enjoying @xpateducator.bsky.social’s new newsletter DistillED. Definitely sign up to receive its very digestible wisdom straight to your inbox! Take a look and sign up here: newsletter.jamieleeclark.com/subscribe?re... #education #educationalleadership #connection #eduskyau

DistillED

⚗️ The 5-minute email that makes evidence-informed teaching crystal clear

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Yesterday, my friend Mathew Green released the 200th episode of The Art of Teaching. To mark this huge milestone, I was very honoured to take over the mic to interview the host himself. Listen to the episode here 👉 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/m... #eduskyau

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve just signed with Amba Press for the publication of my second book! This book was born from conversations with passionate educators about connection in their classrooms. You asked for it… and it’s on its way, later this year. More info to come very soon!

You can read my first article for @edutopia.org "Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth" here 👉 www.edutopia.org/article/guid... I'd love to hear your thoughts, if you have a moment to read. #education #connection #leadership #growth #socialemotionallearning

Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth

Teachers and school leaders can demonstrate valuable social and emotional learning skills through their actions.

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These questions are spot on tonight, @lottieglobaled.bsky.social and @mareewhiteley.bsky.social Got me thinking! #lenny #EduSkyAu

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Hello #EduSkyAU This evening's chat is about you & for you. What is it that you want from a post-COVID #PLN? We are the system! If we want the ideal #PLN, we need to create it. See the tagged post on @eduskyauteam.bsky.social for more information or use #EduSkyAU for any Qs you may have.

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REIGNITING OUR PLN CONNECTIONS 🔥 Join us for our next #EduSkyAU chat on Tuesday, 25 February, hosted by @brookssensei.bsky.social. We'll explore how educators can build, sustain & maximise their PLNs for growth & collaboration. 📌 Don’t miss it! 🗓 25 Feb | ⏰ 5:30pm AWST, 7:30pm AEST, 8:30pm AEDT