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Confessions of a Not So Balanced Literacy Teacher
It was the summer of 1998, and I was about to begin my career as a first grade teacher. I was assigned a mentor and given sets of textbooks. What …
Daddy’s Hands Taught Me to Fall
In memory of my Daddy, who is no longer present on Earth, but still has my back with his hands This was my first bicycle. I remember being afraid of …
Dream BIG…like Really REALLY BIG!
This post is dedicated to my fellow dreamer and person who organizes my crazy, messy thinking. Amanda Picard, thank you for being my other school half…for having strengths that balance …
#OneWord2018: Incessant
This book came into my life in the fall of 2013. I threw it into my carry on bag at the last minute as I left to catch a flight …
Be Your Best, Even When it Disrupts
Below is an actual conversation I had with a teacher via messenger. Little did the teacher know that when she reached out, she would inspire me. Teacher: Hello! I just …
Learning and Leading: A Joyful Leader's Journey 