Cara Hobley

Passionate educator and forever student. 👩‍💻

[Emily Paschall @EmilyAPaschall]

It’s about that time, y’all.

CLASS LISTS.

Administrators across the country are meticulously finalizing class lists, and teachers are anxiously waiting to see which kids will become their new babies for 180 school days.

It’s also that time of year where the chatter starts…

…about THAT kid.

The one who has a reputation for being “low”.
The one who “can’t behave.”
The one who is “lazy”.
The one who _______.

Don’t be the teacher who judges a child based on another person's opinion.

🔹Every kid deserves a reset.
🔺Every kid deserves more chances.
🔹Every kid deserves a champion.

Many kids are on the road to failure because of reasons beyond their control. Be the person who redirects their path this year.

Be their merchant of hope! People don’t need us to be merchants of hope during the easy times. It is in the darkest moments that they need their merchant of hope to selflessly carry them through the storm.

We chose the profession where we are helping raise other people’s kids. As you receive your class lists over the next few days, receive them with love, clean slates, and lots of grace.

The reality? We are all doing this really hard thing called “life” in the best and only way we know how.

Never judge a child based on another person’s opinion.

And while we’re at it, let’s replace "child" with "person" (friend, colleague, parent, acquaintance, stranger).

Patient. Loving. Understanding. Forgiving. Grace giving.

These are the attributes of a person who can reach
another person's heart and change their pathway. I have so much work to do on myself so that I can better help others. I'm especially thankful for grace.

#multiplyexcellence

[Stuart Shanker & Co. @StuartShanker]

The truth is, as an #educator, you cannot ignore a student's #emotions and how they are regulated. If a student has to make a great effort to try to remain calm, they might have little remaining energy to attend to what you are saying.

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Pumpkin math in Rm 138 was a hit! Estimate, measure, compare, collaborate, create and make lasting memories! “Gym, book exchange with Mrs. Ripley @LibWhd and pumpkin math?? This is the best day ever!” ~ Grade 3 Student @WHDayES

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Thank you @Heather_Ma and @TrilliumWoodsES staff for an incredible first year of school. This little one grew in so many ways! We are filled with gratitude as we reflect on such a wild year. ❤️ Happy Summer!!

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

@RyanMurphy1313 Loving it! I can’t wait for your next post :)

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Wonder Woman ❤️ music class this morning! We are looking forward to the next spirit day @TrilliumWoodsES #Kindergarten #remotelearning

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Litterless lunches made easy! 🤗 (Great for toddlers too). Contact me for more information.

[Honey Harbour PS @HoneyHarbourPS]

Reusable snack bags for sale! School Council has organized a two-week fundraiser for our school. Funds raised to cover busing costs for field trips and purchasing of musical instruments. Please check out https://t.co/fHfIZpWGnD. All orders due Nov. 9th. Thanks for your support!

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Great learning at Rounds Ranch today! Kindergarten to Grade 3 Describing a pumpkin, life cycle, measurement, estimating, float or sink? ⁦@HoneyHarbourPS⁩

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Meeting Baby Bronson was a highlight for many today. We can’t wait to learn more from our new tiny teacher.

[Allison Jones @flexiblejones]

@HoneyHarbourPS primary class with their new tiny teacher!! @CaraHobley @RootsofEmpathy #TLDSBlearns

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Thank you @flexiblejones for our introduction to “Roots of Empathy”. We had some great questions and wonderings about our new friend, Bronson. We are counting down the days until we get to meet him. #14days @RootsofEmpathy @HoneyHarbourPS

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

💕 small but mighty!!

[Honey Harbour PS @HoneyHarbourPS]

Well folks..the little school with a big heart has done it again. HHPS raises $1713.00 for the Terry Fox Foundation. Thank you to everyone for all of your support.

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

🤗 I am beyond excited to see all of our amazing learners tomorrow! #TheHarbour @HoneyHarbourPS

[George Couros @gcouros]

5 Questions to Ask Your Students To Start the School Year https://t.co/hkKuteKgMq #InnovatorsMindset

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Did you know... TLDSB has launched a free mobile app?! Such a great way to keep everyone informed. 👍

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

#CamoDay Sept. 14th
@HoneyHarbourPS will be participating!
https://t.co/9OTODDyItK

[Stuart Shanker & Co. @StuartShanker]

As teachers, this is an imperative reframe as we approach the beginning of the school year:
❌ "I wasn't trained for this."
To:
✅ "Where can I learn more?"

How will you implement the Growth Mindset model for the 2018-19 school year? #SelfReg

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Not a dry eye in this room this morning - celebrating student acheievement and growth leads to motivated {emotional} educators. Must Do: #GoldenBuzzer moments to highlight what’s happening in our classrooms to wrap-up staff meetings/ PD sessions. #LeadersWhoMotivate @OPCpqpbarrie

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Quiet morning, hot ☕️ and reflection. ⁦@OPCpqpbarrie⁩. Excited for day 3!

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Yoga in the Park! Thanks Rhonda! “I like yoga because it’s relaxing.” “I like the calming feeling.” ⁦@HoneyHarbourPS⁩

[Cara Hobley @CaraHobley]

Educators are also Stress Detective - finding ways to identify and remove barriers allows for {deeper} learning. #TLDSBlearns

[TLDSB @TLDSB]

All buses to schools in the City of Kawartha Lakes, Muskoka, and Haliburton for Trillium Lakelands District School Board have been cancelled for Wednesday, April 4, 2018.