TL;DR: Many teachers have two versions of themselves—a work version and a vacation version. Instead of experiencing self-care, we experience after care. In after care, the focus is on recovering from your daily stress. However, self-care is preventative. Find me an educator who isn’t grinding it out in March. We are all longing for sunshine and a moment to catch our breath. We … Read More
Community Members Supporting Schools
TL;DR: Community members can support schools a number of ways. They can Adopt-a-School, provide snack packs, gift cards, prayers, donations, reading time, angel trees, lunches, handwritten notes, and other donations. Social media can be a tool that community members use to support their local schools. Community Members Supporting Schools Community members have expressed concern that schools are failing communities and … Read More
Recreate Your Inner Beauty: Chase After the Butterfly Bliss
TL;DR: Teachers love the moments of wonder and engagement they see in their students. Sometimes it is difficult to not focus on all the things that go wrong. Let go of the negativity, and find the inner beauty and “Butterfly Bliss” in yourself and your teaching. Recreate Your Inner Beauty: Chase After the Butterfly Bliss One of my favorite things … Read More
Back to Supply Teaching: Being a Meaningful Substitute Teacher
TL;DR: A substitute/supply teacher subs wherever they are needed. Substitute teachers do not have to struggle in the classroom. Find ways to make your presence positive, supportive, and engaging. Having a different mindset will improve your day and your students. Back to Supply Teaching: Being a Meaningful Substitute Teacher Rob Dunlop joined Rae on the Daily Drop In to talk … Read More
Creative Struggles: The Expert in the Room
TL;DR: When someone has a creative struggle, think outside of the box for ways to support them. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Leaders don’t have to have all the answers, but they should be able to find someone who does. Leo is constantly drawing, doodling, sketching. He creates these pictures of characters with elaborate backstories. He spends hours … Read More