TL;DR: Are you aware of the emotions present within your classroom environment? Educators are taught to focus on action rather than on feeling the emotions below the surface. The core emotions are fear, anger, sadness, shame, jealousy, disgust, happiness, and love. Identify and unpack emotions so you can take care of yourself. Instead of putting “I am” before a feeling … Read More
I Am Not Your Hero
TL;DR: Teachers are whole people who oftentimes surrender themselves to this profession. The idea that teaching is an extension of mothering began during industrialization and continues to this day, creating the perception that teachers should put the needs of students before themselves. Comparing teachers to superheroes is problematic because it’s a thinly veiled manipulation that justifies the injustice and minimizes … Read More
Ground Your Reality with Truth and a Positive Mindset
TL;DR: Your mindset is a choice. If you believe your day will be good, then your mindset and attitude will mirror this. Choose to focus on your W.H.Y. and agree to make the adjustments needed to hold on to a positive mindset each and every day. Face your current reality, flip it with positivity, commit to habits that will support … Read More
Change Your Perspective
TL;DR Despite the challenges that life presents you, change your perspective to be thankful. Change your perspective and life will follow. Value what life has given you. Realize how precious it is. I am quick to write off the past 15 months as just ridiculous. The pandemic alone has made life challenging and teaching near impossible. So many people I … Read More
Celebrating National Principals Month
TL;DR: October is National Principals Month! Consider ways you can show appreciation to your principal this month. Did you know that October is National Principals Month? Whether or not you’ve been in or are currently in this role, many people aren’t aware that October is the month to celebrate your school’s lead learner, head honcho, and person in charge. Show … Read More