Trying New Things

 I admit. I'm not always willing to try new things...

Six Words

It's been YEARS since I had my students write just six little words about themselves...

Handle With Care

 Sometimes students are like fragile packages...

When Kids Plan Their Own Parties

My son has planned his own birthday party a total of two times now, and each time something magical happens...

My Intention For This School Year

 

Each school year, I set an intention or goal.  Something simple and achievable...

Summer Daze

Not so long ago it seemed I was lounging by the pool, reveling in the glory of an afternoon nap, soaking up the rays while going for a walk, getting lost in a good book or stretching my way through Tuesday morning yoga on The Green...

FAMILYish

A new series started at my church this morning, and I'm so glad I was there to receive the message...

Guess Who's a Seventh Grader!

My son is now a SEVENTH (!!!) grader...

First Days of School

This week students returned to school, AND we had a blast...

When Your Student Becomes a Teacher

 I've always known that a teacher can go a long time, perhaps a lifetime, without truly realizing his/her impact on students...