TL;DR: Each day, choose to appreciate YOU. Choose YOU by loving yourself unapologetically, doing something nice for yourself, and being insanely grateful for yourself. Imagine this scenario for a moment. You have just pulled into your garage after a rather long and taxing day at work. You gather your heavy bag full of papers to grade, reports to read, and … Read More
The Time is NOW to Invest in Self-Care
TL;DR: Education is a personal profession that requires empathy and energy, so it is crucial that we take care of ourselves so that we can take care of others. It is essential to pay attention to, advocate for, and be strategic in addressing our needs upstream. Staying connected is crucial to our health and well-being. We need to be intentional … Read More
In the Trenches? What You Can Do to Pull Yourself Out!
TL;DR Summer gave us opportunities to learn and prepare, but plans changed for some. At this time in the year, teachers are stressed out. Dana Goodier has a new podcast, Out of the Trenches, where she speaks to guests about how they manage difficult situations with resiliency. 30-day challenge: Take care of yourself by taking breaks, do things for yourself, … Read More
Certainties During an Uncertain Time
TL;DR: There are a number of certainties during this uncertain time that we can count on. Some certainties we can count on are that we are resilient, communication is key, relationships matter, and partnerships between stakeholders and parents help students thrive. Hybrid instruction. Zoom. Virtual open house. Remote learning. Material distribution. Virtual instruction. Synchronous learning. Asynchronous learning. Hyflex instruction. Google … Read More
The Impact of NOW in the Classroom
TL;DR: It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list. Start by prioritizing tasks based on urgency vs. emergency. Use the P.A.U.S.E. technique (planting your feet on the ground, acknowledging where you are in the current moment, using what you know to be true, say what you see around you, exhale/inhale) to slow down and be present in the … Read More