By ‘Tis the season to be jolly. Well, it’s hard to be jolly when you’re super stressed. People in my school building often comment that I’m
Teach the Vote
A few weeks ago, we read a book that mentioned a president. Something made me ask my kids the name of our president. The responses
Paid in Full: How I Became Debt-Free
“I went into teaching for the money,” said no teacher ever. It’s no secret that teachers’ pay does not come close to reflecting the
My Students’ Lives Matter
It was time to pack up for lunch and I called, “Hands on top.” My students immediately froze, put their hands on their heads,
(N)SFT – (Not) Suitable for Teaching
Before I begin, I’d like to remind you that any views expressed in this blog do not reflect the opinions of any particular school or
5 tips to survive the first week of school
Is this kindergarten or The Hunger Games? I’ve asked that question a few times, especially near the beginning of the year. The first week of
Back to School Without Breaking the Bank
Back to school – the most wonderful time of the year (just not for my wallet). It’s the time of the year when we’re thinking
