“Change is hard at first, messy in the middle and gorgeous in the end.”-Robin Sharma There are three parts to this quote that I have been able to further develop during my Think Shift course. Let’s look at the first. “Chang is hard.” Yes, change is and always will be hard! Even after this … More #TeachShift Reflection
Halloween is a pretty big day in my school. Every year we dress up in different costumes as a team to make the day more fun for the students. This year we went beyond what I expected when were sitting in our team meetings joking about all of the things we … More The Little Things
Something I think of often is how teachers meet the needs of every student in their class. Too often there is a large focus on the students with IEP’s and 504’s, those we are legally bound to accommodate for. But what about the other students? What happens when all your focus … More In the Middle
Support, I have learned, is one of the most powerful things in the education world. Think about it. How many articles have you read on how to support your students in the classroom and the outcomes of a supportive environment. The more I experience the education world, the more I take … More An Unexpected Substitute
As we took pictures of the room I felt a whirlwind of emotions. This was it, my very own classroom, the place where I would begin my journey to become the master teacher I always dreamed about becoming. This excitement was paired with the thoughts and nerves of all the tasks … More The Journey Begins
The 4th Grade Classroom 