As a mother, an educator and as someone weeks away for turning 40 I am happy to say that I am an optimist. I genuinely go into each situation, relationship and opportunity believing that everyone wants to do what is best for those involved. Over the years this optimism has both been praised and mocked. […]
Tag: education
Picking up the “magical slack”
So… I have hesitated to write a new post. I have been struggling, worried, and in truth, overwhelmingly busy. The past two weeks have not felt magical. Our family has been going through some challenges. None of the stories are mine to tell and none of the outcomes are without optimism and hope. There is […]
The Magic and Mystery of Perseverance
My first post described a brief, fleeting instant wherein I could glimpse the confidence and pride of a young learner in a single moment. However, over the past 2 and half years I have experienced the privilege and pain of observing a very different kind of magic. This is the magic and mystery of perseverance […]
Bravery & Magic
Writing and publishing this is one of many brave moments for me this year in my professional journey. I am facing challenges and opportunities each day this year in my job as an educator that I never expected or imagined. As a support teacher for many years with students with special education needs and English […]