How to Butcher a Name!!!
We take pride in making sure we pronounce our student’s names correctly. This year, I learned that I…
Yes, I Did Just Say That!
I read a post titled, 35 Things You Never Thought You’d Say Until You Became a Teacher, and totally…
A Program That Works!
As teachers, who strive to provide the best education for their students possible, we are always looking for better ways to accomplish this task. One such program, that I absolutely believe…
What Are Restraints?
Last week, I did a post on the use of restraints. For those who don’t know, I wanted to shed...
2018 A Year In Review
2018 is winding down and coming to an end. I have had the distinct pleasure in writing my blog posts...
Blame It On The Shoes
It was something about shoes. It wasn’t a particular color or style. It didn’t matter if they were men’s shoes,...
What Is Communication?
My daughter doesn’t know how to communicate. I’ll never forget that day. It was early on in my career as...
It’s Way Too Quiet!
There is something to say about peace and quiet. And, as parents of busy, active, vocal kids, we relish those moments. But, as parents of busy, active, vocal kids, we recognize that quiet can also mean one of two other things…
First Day Of School
We hear the old adage, “time flies” all of the time. It is used in reference to kids growing older, grandbabies getting bigger, years and months passing by way to fast, and, of course, summer.
Changing The Narrative
I was working on this blog post when, once again, the news hit me, and I thought this is why we need to change the narrative. I am specifically referring to the woman who called…