There are so many studies out that prove the importance and use of goal setting. I have been an avid goal setter for many years now and it has helped me get to where I am today! But, where did I learn to make goals? I can't honestly remember ever being explicitly taught how and why to make goals. This is one of the reasons why I make classroom goals with my students. It is so important for them to not only see how to make goals but what it can do for them in their future.
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The Most Impactful Moment of my Teaching Career
Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, and YouTube! The Best Moment of my Teaching Career Since I am now one full month into teaching in this new blended learning style, I have taken some time to reflect on how far I have come as a teacher. If you don't know anyone in the teaching… Continue reading The Most Impactful Moment of my Teaching Career
An Open Letter to my Students
It has taken me a while to formulate what I wish to say to you all. Even now, I am not sure if I will say all the right words to show you what I am feeling, but here it goes.
Lessons Learned from Online Teaching
Being thrown into online teaching had its challenges. But, one of the good things was I didn't have time to overthink, I had to just do. Now that the school year is winding down, I want to reflect on some of the lessons I learned about myself, my students, and my community during this unprecedented time.
My Virtual Teaching Strategy – Self Paced Learning
The Pros and Cons to self-paced learning while virtual teaching.
April – Reality Check for Online Teaching
I am not Wonder Woman, I cannot do it all. And that's ok!
Day 9-12 March 27-30 – Self Care
Do any Google search and you can find a million self-care tips and tricks to take part in during our time of "safer at home." I wanted to share with you some of the things I have done to support my social and emotional health.
Day 8 – March 26th, 2020 – Work from Home Tips
It has officially been a week since I started working from home. Here are a few tips and tricks I have learned so far.
Day 7 – March 25th, 2020 – Small Victories
It is important to count the small victories in times like these. I know that as a teacher I really miss my kiddos. I pour my heart and soul into this job and I care deeply about their well being. If they can get some sense of happiness, ease, or enjoyment from my classes while we are apart, then I know I am doing the best I can.
Day 5-6 – March 23-24th, 2020 – Conflict in Quarantine
Conflict is going to happen, but when one or more of your household is stuck at home, it can be a powder keg for issues to arise. Here are some of my thoughts on how to avoid a conflict turning into a fight.