Tag: @teacher2teacher

We Can with Two Rules Wednesday 5

Two Rules We have covered what the two rules are and the questions to ask. This is the foundation and beginning of building on so much more in our process of developing this philosophy. One of the skill sets is resilience. How can you build resilience? This is a skill set we work on all … Continue reading We Can with Two Rules Wednesday 5

We can Wednesday with Two Rules (4)

Two Rules Bringing Two Rules to your school is reinforced by recognizing the importance of building good habits. One concept I reinforced over and over with students was that when something becomes a habit, it can move you from where you are. A good habit can move you forward; a bad habit can have unpleasant … Continue reading We can Wednesday with Two Rules (4)

Relationships are Built over time

Establishing a foundation is the beginning of what we do in building a relationship. As educators, we take dedicated steps to ensure families have all the information they need at the beginning of the year to support their child/children. Open houses are held where families can come to “meet the teacher,” as well as the … Continue reading Relationships are Built over time

Thursday Thought Leadership- 1-19-23

At the start of every year, I go through all of my medical appointments to check on my health. My life journey has provided me with many opportunities to experience challenges to overcome. While talking with my neurologists, we discussed work. I am thankful to all of those who are part of my medical team … Continue reading Thursday Thought Leadership- 1-19-23

Friday Finds 1, 2023

Friday can find many things if we allow our hearts and brains to open to discovering. Today we end a week with teacher tips, advice, feedback, thoughts about hope, and CHOICE. In communication, listening is always the best form. You can not communicate well if you are not listening, especially to what is not said. … Continue reading Friday Finds 1, 2023

What “Prescription” do you need?

Are we back to normal yet? What is normal? Many of the challenges and frustrations before the pandemic remain. In addition to those, we find many more to add to them. These factors deplete our emotional reserves and leave us feeling empty and deflated. We just had a holiday break, and many found themselves looking … Continue reading What “Prescription” do you need?

The apples have fallen from the tree

My father-in-law was a man of very few words. He always made me nervous. My husband and I began dating when we were in high school. At 16, I guess I was a little worried about many things in life. One of the phrases I remember he said was, “If you do not like my … Continue reading The apples have fallen from the tree

Growing Strong

We still live in a world where judgment comes before the opportunity to provide evidence of innocence or to provide details to prove wrong the thoughts of the judgment placed on the individual or individuals. Why do I bring up this point? Because I have lived the judgment, the made-up narratives and stories, and the … Continue reading Growing Strong