In today’s world, good relationships and interactions between student achievement and teacher practices are considered vital elements that guarantee high academic performance. However, it is worth stating that these reports shun the stereotypical assumptions about the relationship being based on the learner’s view of their teacher or the teacher’s personality. Nowadays, the connections are founded on teachers’ ability to create positive classroom dynamics, their awareness of learners’ needs, and the learner’s levels of cooperation and collaboration (Nishioka, 2019). In effect, these relationships have resulted in increased student engagement and an improved sense of connection and belonging. They have also contributed to creating an inclusive and welcoming school climate that improves learning outcomes while nurturing a platform that guarantees academic success (Nishioka, 2019). Although this paper will discuss how engaging instruction and a positive learning environment promote academic success, it will also discuss three activities I will use to build a rapport with my students throughout the school year by nurturing emotional and social learning.