Mom, lover of reading, running Director of Professional Development & Student Learning, Director of Special Education for Maquoketa Community School District,
Kids don't plan to come to school to get into trouble. Behaviour is a form of communication and quite often - the reason for it will make you sad, not angry.
What’s the most effective way to educate students and adults about mental health resources, coping strategies etc. What do you wish your school would do? #pptl
So much death. So much suffering. A pain that will echo across generations. And so much of it preventable. Sometimes I catch myself in a moment of reflection completely unable to fully wrap my head around what continues to transpire.
When I saw all of the experts on this newscast were women, of all colors and backgrounds, it made me so proud and thankful for all of the women and men in my life who have paved the way so that women’s voices are not only heard but are the leaders in finding solutions!
So much has changed so quickly. And if any of you are confused or scared or angry—or just plain overwhelmed—I just want you to know that you aren’t alone. I am feeling all that, too. And I have a few things I want to say about it. https://t.co/kUZeBzC8xP
Rep. Ako Abdul-Samad was moved to tears when he spoke to KCCI this morning about the violence that unfolded in Des Moines last night. He was there last night attempting to diffusing the situation as it happened. The latest here: https://t.co/rjf8o3Itgn
Such a powerful and emotional video...
If this doesn’t give you a jolt of energy and to know your WHY... I can’t help you.
This is why we do what we do.
Tonight, let's have tributes of appreciation for school teachers. Because you're amazing, vital engines of optimism that our nation can and will become a better place. Thank you to all who answer the call to service. May the country that emerges appreciate you more.
Elementary kids shouldn’t have more than an hour or two of work per day. That’s it. That’s all they need. Many miss teachers. Some are scared & anxious. & they just want their parents to be parents right & not feel like they have to be the education warden. Focus on play & family