Living a Balanced Life
Fall Décor: Learning That Less Is More October always brings the urge to decorate. Everywhere I look there are pumpkins, mums, and cozy displays that seem to say, “This is what fall is supposed to look like.” For years, I thought that if my home didn’t look like those picture-perfect fall setups, I was missing something. But […]
I always show up excited for the new year. There’s something special about freshly sharpened pencils, a new batch of students, and the quiet of a classroom waiting to come to life. But that excitement can quickly fade once classroom prep begins, meetings pile up, professional development fills your calendar, and the to-do list stretches […]
Managing a literacy block in an upper elementary classroom can sometimes feel like a juggling act. You want your students engaged and independent, but you also need space to pull small groups. That’s why I created a simple, clear R.E.A.D. station system that supports both students and teachers—without requiring a ton of prep. What is […]
