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3 of the Top ways to Help New Teachers

Take a trip with me back to your first year teaching. What were you feeling? Were you excited or nervous? I was definitely both. Did you know everything right away? Me either. There is no teacher who has everything together on their first go around, but there is a way we could help them out.Continue reading “3 of the Top ways to Help New Teachers”

2 Easy Ways to get Enthusiastic for this Fall

Summer is almost over. Can you believe that? It aches my heart to even think about it. Yet, when I consider this upcoming fall, I feel myself being completely and utterly excited beyond words! Why? Why do I feel so thrilled? Even though we’re in the midst of a pandemic and I don’t know whatContinue reading “2 Easy Ways to get Enthusiastic for this Fall”

3 Outstanding Tips to Help You Run Your Race with a Steady Pace

We all get distracted or fall behind every now and then. With Covid-19, and so many of us working from home, it becomes even harder. The distractions can cone from every angle and falling behind can turn into a new sport called, “the catch up sprint.” So to help us keep our pace, instead ofContinue reading “3 Outstanding Tips to Help You Run Your Race with a Steady Pace”

You're Not Alone during the Wait

Due to the protective measures that many schools are reinforcing, a lot of us teachers have either been moved to a virtual classroom, lost our jobs, or have simply been asked to wait. We’re waiting for answers. We’re waiting for school to reopen. We’re waiting for life to start again. The beautiful thing about itContinue reading “You're Not Alone during the Wait”

5 Powerful Ways to Motivate Your Students

5 Lessons from 5 Amazing Friends Whether you’re a teacher, a student, or a parent, you’d have to agree that any motivation that is given to you makes a load of difference on how you view your present circumstances. It helps you get up and get going. This past week I had five friends whoContinue reading “5 Powerful Ways to Motivate Your Students”

3 Practical Ways to be an Out-of-this-world Coworker

We all enjoy having that coworker who is simply amazing, but do you know what’s better than that? Actually being that person! In Matthew 5:16, Jesus stated, “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” If you’re a Christian, you andContinue reading “3 Practical Ways to be an Out-of-this-world Coworker”

God Values You & Your Students

We’ve all been there. We’ve all experienced those moments where we’ve felt so wrapped up in lesson plans & grading that we couldn’t catch our breath. We’ve questioned our positive impact on our class and neglected our own personal rest & growth. We’ve all felt drained, unseen, unnoticed, & perhaps even unloved at times. IContinue reading “God Values You & Your Students”

5 Powerful Ways to Help a Struggling Student

We all have that student who struggles with something. Better than that, we’ve all been that student who has struggled with something. Maybe you can relate to struggling with Math or Science. Perhaps you didn’t enjoy writing that essay in English or working with a group for that History project. But I can bet thatContinue reading “5 Powerful Ways to Help a Struggling Student”

3 Lessons to teach your Students from the Life & Legacy of Kobe Bryant

I’m not a huge sports fan, but I was absolutely devastated to hear the news of the accident that took place just yesterday, January 26, 2020. Kobe Bryant and his daughter were among those who had lost their lives in a tragic helicopter accident. My family grew up watching Kobe play basketball and listening toContinue reading “3 Lessons to teach your Students from the Life & Legacy of Kobe Bryant”

3 Simple Steps for Creating Valentine’s Decorations for your Classroom

Pink and red is starting to show up everywhere. Valentine’s Day cards are being made. Cute decorations and delicious chocolates are all going on sale. Valentine’s Day is officially coming and I couldn’t be more excited! Valentine’s Day has always been my favorite holiday! Now, personally, I’m not married, engaged, or dating. So why doContinue reading “3 Simple Steps for Creating Valentine’s Decorations for your Classroom”