Last night, on August 15th, we had our back to school, meet the teacher event. Earlier in the day my teaching partner and I had been making calls and connecting with families (both new and returning). To start out this year, I have 4 students returning from last year and 6 new ones to welcome …
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The 22-23 School Year Has Begun
The first full week back at school has been a busy one. Looking back on the days, I wished I had journaled something from each day. That would have made it so much easier for my memory and to reflect on the events and things that were said and done. Monday and Wednesday, were the …
Teacher Appreciation & Donor’s Choose
As a preschool teacher, I do what I can to provide my students with access to resources to enhance their learning, increasing levels of engagement in all developmental areas. Over the years, I have been very grateful for the generous donors who have contributed to many of my projects. Some people are family, others are …
Make A Difference
Many years I have Been teaching Thirteen To be exact Bonds formed Friendships make Impact Everlasting Lives changed For The better Many They do Appreciate This time Around This year My year Stronger bonds Deeper connections Seeing Each child Individual For who They are Such love A job Working So …
Magnify the Lord
Today, I received two very important messages. One from a complete stranger, and the other from a family member. As I thought about the messages I received, where one person tagged me in a Facebook post, and the other one was by email, there was no doubt God had the upper hand in bringing these …
Gave it My All
My body This day Feels So exhausted Depleted Lay down Into Eternal rest Not really Not quite My body My mind My physiology My spirit My soul Consumed By meetings By deadlines Important things To get done DO! Accomplish Achieve Dot All my “i’s” Cross All my “t’s” …
Thank You For Reminding Me of Why I Became a Teacher
Today, I was reminded, of the exact reasons why I do what I do for my job. I had been in communication with a parent of one of my students. At the moment, the parent is not able to be with or see their child due to a training out of state. God, He loves …
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Take Time to Get to Know Me: Working With Children With Special Needs
Once upon a time, there was a first-year teacher. She was nervous, she was happy, she was eager, she was confused…many things all bottled up inside not knowing what to expect. Feeling overwhelmed, she questioned herself and her abilities in teaching children with special needs. That first-year teacher is me. At one time, I didn’t …
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The Language Of Children
When… You learn To speak a child’s language They will be vested in you Forever Here is the inspiration behind what I have said. The above words came to mind as I was thinking about a new student of mine, reflecting on his behaviors and actions. He is a very active and affectionate 3-year-old, …
The Healing Power of Touch
This evening, I spent some time sitting in church in the back row, on a pew. A friend suggested this place as a source of inspiration to write and hear God speak His words. Unfortunately, someone just outside the door, was speaking rather loud to someone on their phone. So much for silence and peace …
School Days: Home Visits, Classroom Learning, Partnerships & More
Throughout my 12 years of teaching, home visits with families were never a part of the preschool program in which I have worked in. Part of me, especially as a new teacher, was so hesitant and reserved about going into the homes. I used to think how does this benefit everyone, just like another thing …
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Don’t Let The Well Run Dry: Empaths Need Empathy and Healing Energy Too
What I have become more aware of throughout the years is how many people are in need of love, support, attention, good vibes and energy, healing, and positivity in their lives. Adult and children alike are in need of empathy. Someone who cares. Someone who reaches out. Someone who understands what it’s like to be …
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