<p>Comment on Ami Petrulak's <a href="/topic/comment/100197/3851721/703347">post</a>: Building a genuine connection with students is key. Having everyone share a short bio is a great way to break the ice and create a sense of community early on. It also helps you learn more about their backgrounds and interests, which can make your interactions more meaningful. Reaching out individually to students who seem disengaged is also important&#8212;approaching those conversations with tact and understanding can make them feel supported rather than singled out, and often encourages them to participate more.</p>