TL;DR: This post evaluates and thoroughly examines the two sides of whether teachers should have a side hustle. Two differing scenarios are mentioned, for and against having a side hustle. Five reasons why you should start a side hustle are shared. This is an interesting thought to reflect on because there is no easy answer, nor is there one single … Read More
Lessons Learned From Change: The Beauty of Switching It Up
TL;DR: Over the course of a long career in education, there can be numerous opportunities for change. There are five lessons learned from change: (1) It can be an adventure. (2) A new perspective is important. (3) People are people. (4) We are enough. (5) It makes us stronger. I spend some time at the end of every school year … Read More
Change Because You Want To, Not Because You Have To…
TL;DR: This post shares a story that demonstrates the importance of making a change because you want to, not because you have to. Be proactive, plan, and make decisions based on what is best for students. Several years ago in a school that I grew up in and was teaching at, a long-time school board member was running for re-election. … Read More
Recipe for Renewal
TL;DR: Educators need renewal this summer more than ever! Renew your mind, body, and spirit for the upcoming school year! Summertime is upon us! After this past school year, educators need a time of renewal more now than ever. As I am wrapping up summer school, I am reflecting on how I will intentionally use the month of July for … Read More
Big Fun in the Sun
TL;DR: Research has shown that playing outdoors has great benefits for adults and children alike. Some examples of outdoor play is Giant Jenga, Human Foosball, and simply water! There are huge benefits to outdoor play for adults and children. Research shows that play has cognitive, social, emotional, and physical benefits. Moving play to the outdoors provides different stimuli and interactions … Read More