Teacher effectiveness is not greatly improved by curriculum, new programs, or initiatives. But, when teachers are respected, valued, supported, & feel like their talents are utilized, then morale increases, job engagement soars, & students benefit too!
It is extremely important for educators to work on their mental & physical health right now. Whether school is in person or virtual, we are dealing with stress that we have never encountered. Take time for yourself daily/weekly - read, walk, rest, spend time with loved ones.
Keys to navigating the times weโre in:
-Be there for those in need
-Empathize w/ those hurting
-Be humble & honor others
-Choose faith over fear
-Love unconditionally
-Guard your heart
-Forgive others
-Seek Truth
-Serve others
...Pretty much the same keys as always!๐ค
We all struggle with mental health in different capacities โ some much more than others. These times have been really hard, though this is a helpful reminder for me approaching the end of Mental Health Awareness Month and continue on (via @BelievePHQ).
How lucky am I to work with such an awesome team?!?! It was so special watching our 2019 WHS graduates walk that stage together last night. I'm not crying, you're crying. ๐ญ
Congratulation Class of 2019! For those family and friends who are not able to attend the ceremony tonight at 7 p.m., live streaming of the 2019 @WaukeeHS Commencement is provided by Herff Jones. https://t.co/FrpCjZ8IXM
Thank you @KyleKorver for posting your story on white privilege. We had a discussion about it today at Waukee High School in Iowa. Thank you for getting our conversation started. @waukeehs