Did you really think that I would write a post about being the substitute teacher from hell? Gotcha! I am sure there are some of those out there, … READ MORE
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Making A Difference In The Lives Of Children
As I sit back and think about the years I have been teaching, I’m amazed. Teaching was not my first love or career choice; journalism was. You could … READ MORE
5 Ways to Avoid Summer School
I have been back in the classroom for about three months now and I am really enjoying myself. I am inspired and hopefully I am inspiring the young … READ MORE
The Solution To Bad Sportsmanship
I have, over the past year, discussed my observation of parents demonstrating bad sportsmanship and let you all know how I feel about it. That said, I … READ MORE
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Reading Counts Everywhere!
I am never one to ask for help from anyone. I don’t know and can’t really answer it right now. It will probably take some deep reflection to answer this one a few posts from now (not making any promises). What I can say is that when it comes to my classroom children, I get a little bit gutsier and I will ask. That's exactly what I am doing … [ Read more → ]
Enhancing Your Property’s Exterior
The exterior of your property is the first impression visitors or potential buyers will have, making it crucial to invest in its visual appeal. Here's a guide on improving the exterior of your property. Landscaping is a powerful tool for enhancing curb appeal. Start by assessing the current state of your garden and lawn. Trim overgrown bushes, … [ Read more → ]
Supporting Our Students With Heifer International
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Heifer International and all opinions are 100% mine. Supporting our students is top on my priority list. As a classroom teacher and mother, I feel as though it’s my duty to make sure the children eat well. I make it an important part of my day to get down to the cafeteria five to ten minutes before to make … [ Read more → ]
4 Ways To Be The Substitute From Hell
Did you really think that I would write a post about being the substitute teacher from hell? Gotcha! I am sure there are some of those out there, hopefully NOT many, but my goal is to NOT be the substitute from hell. After being a teacher for many years and having my own classroom I knew the substitute that I didn’t want to be. Now that I am a … [ Read more → ]
Online Bullying VS School Bullying: What’s The Difference?
Bullying has been an ongoing topic in our household these last few days. When I am in the classroom I am always aware that it can happen. I especially know how it makes children feel because I have two children at home and one has been through his fair share. Many teachers might not see it or say there is way too much going on in the classroom to … [ Read more → ]
Simple Cooking Ideas With Goya For Hispanic Heritage Month
Simple dinner ideas are always a must in my book. As a working mom outside and inside the home I like to to whip up something quick and easy. Luckily, I have my teenage young chef to help. Since a very young age he always took the time to ask questions about where certain proteins came from and how vegetables were grown. We were so grateful to have … [ Read more → ]