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Dear Mrs. Izzy, I was a teacher, and I know how challenging busy little boys can be. The energy, the…
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Dear Mrs. Izzy, I was a teacher, and I know how challenging busy little boys can be. The energy, the…
Continue Reading"Do you ever regret leaving education?" I send this text to multiple former colleagues. I feel a pain in my…
Continue ReadingDear teachers, I know this time of year is especially crazy for you. The weeks leading up to winter break…
Continue ReadingWhen do we know when it’s time to close a chapter? This question has been circling in my head for…
Continue ReadingEvery day we wake up in this brand new year, it’s been a mixed bag. Never really knowing what we…
Continue ReadingI miss the teacher I used to be. I remember how excited I was the day I walked into my…
Continue ReadingWhen I decided to become a teacher, my reasons were doing so were clear. First of all, I’ve wanted to…
Continue ReadingMy heart wasn’t ready for how this feels. We went back to some in-person teacher work this week and here…
Continue ReadingAs schools around the country are preparing to reopen, my heart has been led to be in prayer for them.…
Continue ReadingAugust days spent watching her prepare her room for new kids are always some of my favorite days of the…
Continue ReadingWe’re working so hard, you know. I’m a school counselor and a mom—and right now, I’m also a basket case.…
Continue ReadingPlease don’t forget the teachers. I’m getting ready to drop bags off for my teachers who are dedicating a week…
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