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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”

How to Explain the COVID-19 to Your Students

We’ve heard it all over the news. It’s screaming at us on our social media accounts. Schools are closing down. COVID-19 is here. So how do we explain it to our students? How do we comfort them when we don’t know when we’ll see them again? Now, depending on your situation and your school, youContinue reading “How to Explain the COVID-19 to 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”

New Year>>New Vibes>> New You

This week marks the back to school week for readied teachers, reluctant students, relieved parents, and refreshed faculty. Everyone is hitting the ground running. Lessons are being planned. Lunches are being served. Papers are being assigned. 2020 school year is here and it’s time we made things happen! Now, what am I proposing to doContinue reading “New Year>>New Vibes>> New You”

3 Powerful Ways to Prepare Your Classroom for the New Year

The new year is always a fun and exciting time. It’s full of new beginnings and fresh starts. It’s both refreshing to the soul and invigorating to the mind. So how do we make the New Year special in the classroom? Here are 3 powerful ways to prepare for the new year in your classroom:Continue reading “3 Powerful Ways to Prepare Your Classroom for the New Year”

10 Entertaining Ways to Pass the Time while you heal your broken arm

Let’s be real it’s hard to find fun things to do while you’re waiting for your arm to heal up. This past week, I was in a serious(almost life threatening) car accident. Although it was quite shaking, we were all just thankful that we were able to see each other again. Everyone was safe. EveryoneContinue reading “10 Entertaining Ways to Pass the Time while you heal your broken arm”

How to Battle Chronic Illness while Tackling Teaching

Okay guys, I’m seriously writing this blog post while laying flat on my back, out of commission, in total pain. Why? Because I have a hereditary disease called sickle beta thalassemia. At no fault of my own, my body breaks down and experiences high amounts of fatigue and pain. My body, unable to produce/regulate it’sContinue reading “How to Battle Chronic Illness while Tackling Teaching”

Life-changing ways to put passion into teaching

Sometimes we start things that are a bit harder than we expected. We try training for a 5k, writing our first book, or teaching. Yes, that’s right, even teaching can be harder than we ever expected to be. We’re tempted to scream, yell, and throw our own temper tantrums. We’re tempted to pull our hairContinue reading “Life-changing ways to put passion into teaching”

5 Things for Teachers to Do Before School Starts

We’re all enjoying this summer and having fun, but lets face it: school will be starting before we know it. So, as teachers, what should we do to prepare? 1.Brainstorm Class Themes This one is one of the most fun things to do during the summer time! If you’re undecided about what your class themeContinue reading “5 Things for Teachers to Do Before School Starts”