I originally wrote a version of this networking for teachers post in May 2020 on LinkedIn when I was just a couple months into the transition process. This is an updated version now that I have completed the transition process. ___________________________________ For teachers, networking isn't often "a thing". But for those who are looking to … Continue reading Tips for Transitioning Teachers: Getting Started with Networking
Beyond Teaching
Observations: One Month out of the Classroom
I’ve been out of the classroom for a full month now and I have a lot of thoughts to share. My original plan for this “series” (very loose term, fyi), was to move from my last post to a post detailing why I left teaching. But every time I try to write that post, I … Continue reading Observations: One Month out of the Classroom
Transitioning Out of the Classroom
I’ve known for several years that I would not retire from the classroom. It’s not that I didn’t love teaching, I did. It was just that I wanted to see what else is out there. (And--surprise!--there is a lot out there!) I wrote a post a few years ago about shutting down teacher ambition. As … Continue reading Transitioning Out of the Classroom
8 Things Saving My Sanity During Quarantine
Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward me a small commission – at no extra cost for you. What an interesting nine weeks it has been since I left school on a Friday afternoon, never to return. I have truly enjoyed emergency remote elearning (more … Continue reading 8 Things Saving My Sanity During Quarantine
First Semester and the Future
I have been out of the blogging scene for several months now, and I can't even explain to you why. I still enjoy writing, I still love reading blogs, I still have ideas, but I've just been feeling rather meh. Between suffering from imposter syndrome last year and then making a big decision to move … Continue reading First Semester and the Future
What I’ve Read Lately: Chick Lit
I haven't written much lately, but I have read a LOT. I just finished book number 42 of the year, and I've really discovered some gems! Over the next few days, I hope to share my favorites organized by genre. Here is the line-up: Romance/Chick Lit, Young Adult, Historical Fiction, Mysteries/Thrillers, Other, and Professional Development. … Continue reading What I’ve Read Lately: Chick Lit
#onelittleword for 2019: Dedicate
For the past few years, I have chosen "one little word" to guide me through the year, and for the most part, it's been great. (But in full disclosure, last year I forgot my word! OOPS!) This year, I considered using an idea from my administrator, Jennifer Hogan, to choose three words to guide me; … Continue reading #onelittleword for 2019: Dedicate
#attitudeofgratitude
One year at Thanksgiving, when I was around 7 years old, I took the thanks part of Thanksgiving very seriously. I encouraged my older siblings and parents to express their gratitude around the dinner table. I took the opportunity to thank anyone and everyone involved in the creation of the feast before us--including the farmers … Continue reading #attitudeofgratitude
Summer 2018 Goals- Professional & Personal
I don't know about you, but I swear, as soon as we are dismissed for summer I get a giant burst of energy. My brain is freed from all the clutter of the school year, so I'm ready to dive into that stack of PD reading and start learning all of the things I didn't have … Continue reading Summer 2018 Goals- Professional & Personal
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