While doing random errands yesterday, I came upon multiple school buses running their routes. Getting ready. Making sure they know where to go and how to get there. Bus running is not an easy task. You couldn’t pay me enough money to be a bus driver. A million? No thanks. School bus drivers are made … Continue reading A Tribute to Schools
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John C. Campbell Folk School
In 1908, John Campbell and his wife Olive Dame packed their belongings in a covered wagon (the RV of their time) and began a road trip that would change a multitude of lives. They were on a fact-finding mission to increase the quality of life of the mountain people in Appalachia, but in order to … Continue reading John C. Campbell Folk School
Bonnie
I just learned that my friend Bonnie Petras died in July. This is my tribute to her. I first met Bonnie at my interview. I was looking for a teaching job in White County, and she was on the interview committee, which felt like more like an inquisition. I sat at the head of the … Continue reading Bonnie
Close Your Door and Teach
Tidbits for Teachers are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to teachers in all settings. I hope to give you a shot in the arm and remind you why you chose this career in the first place. Teachers have many jobs beyond teaching, and supposedly those other jobs help you become a better … Continue reading Close Your Door and Teach
Winter Blahs
Pointers for Parents are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to parents. I hope to build a bridge between parents and teachers as it pertains to the education of children and how we can work together for the betterment of our kids. A new year is a new start. It is true for … Continue reading Winter Blahs
Surviving Christmas
Tidbits for Teachers are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to teachers in all settings. I hope to give you a shot in the arm and remind you why you chose this career in the first place. During holidays students are wound tighter than usual. The anticipation of Christmas takes precedence over all … Continue reading Surviving Christmas
Holiday School
Pointers for Parents are regular inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to parents. I hope to build a bridge between parents and teachers as it pertains to the education of children and how we can work together for the betterment of our kids. When the holidays roll around each year, you can hear the children … Continue reading Holiday School
8 Ways Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Pointers for Parents are regular inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to parents. I hope to build a bridge between parents and teachers as it pertains to the education of children and how we can work together for the betterment of our kids. Slow and steady wins the race. We have all heard that statement … Continue reading 8 Ways Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Wisdom vs. Knowledge
Tidbits for Teachers are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to teachers in all settings. I hope to give you a shot in the arm and remind you why you chose this career in the first place. You are carriers of knowledge. It has been entrusted to you to deliver information into the … Continue reading Wisdom vs. Knowledge
How to Build Self-Confidence in Kids
Pointers for Parents are regular inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to parents. I hope to build a bridge between parents and teachers as it pertains to the education of children and how we can work together for the betterment of our kids. I have been hearing lately that kids are too confident and … Continue reading How to Build Self-Confidence in Kids
Michelle's Mosaic 