Gwendolyn Merchant

Christian. Wife. Mom. Kinder Teacher. Google Certified 1. M.ED. #baldwinproud

[Hope Zeanah @HopeZeanah]

BCPSS Leader in Me Lighthouse Schools honored at school board meeting. Foley Elem, WJ Carroll, Robertsdale Elem and Elsanor. This is a process that is near and dear to my heart. So very BaldwinProud of these schools and all our LIM schools.

[Joe Biden @JoeBiden]

For America’s educators, this is a great day: You’re going to have one of your own in the White House, and Jill is going to make a great First Lady.

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

@NicholasFerroni I know several.

[Brian Mendler @BrianMendler]

Best advice I ever learned from my mom, a 37 year retired educator: “If you always do & say what’s best for KIDS there will always be a place for you in education. & you will piss multiple people off along the way. Get used to it.” More true now than ever. #thatonekid

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

#StepSister is the “fairytale” we’ve been waiting for! I love how @JenWritesBooks gives empowering traits to the sisters and shows their struggles as they embrace their true selves. Now I cannot wait to get my hands on #Poisoned

[Hamish Brewer @brewerhm]

I think my teacher evaluations for the year are done, goes something like this: You pivoted, adapted, you were flexible & persevered, you were resilient, you showed grace, you worked your tail off & you did it! Thank you, thank u! What educators have accomplished is unbelievable!

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

I decided a Friday night was the perfect opportunity to downsize the amount on baby clothes I’ve clung to the past 4 years. Send wine.. I am not okay. 😩

[Hope Zeanah @HopeZeanah]

For anyone who may question why we are not going to school this week..... here you go!

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

Day 5 without power.. If nothing else, #HurricaneSally2020 has been a humbling reminder of how blessed we are!

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

Things #HurricaneSally2020 has reminded me to be grateful for:

📍My husband’s never quit attitude
📍Selfless friends/family/neighbors
📍My child’s innocence
📍Our spring garden harvest
📍Abnormal Sept cold fronts

We are truly blessed. Even if this child is testing my soul.

[gerry brooks @gerrybrooksprin]

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.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Teacher retention: if you want to keep the best teachers, treat them like they are the best. Few teachers leave an environment where they feel valued, supported, appreciated, and treated like professionals.

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

@bctechteacher Received mine today! It was an exciting surprise! Thank you for putting forth the extra effort and money to show case our talents.

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

When your admin speaks your love language! #baldwinproud

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

Day 12 of kindergarten and we are independently writing words! I love my job! 😍 #baldwinproud

[Dr. Phil Echols @PhilEchols]

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but DO NOT REPLY ALL. Happy Monday.

[Dr. Bryan Pearlman #MaslowBeforeBloom @DrP_Principal]

What are you doing for self-care Sunday?
#selfcare
#selfcaresunday
#mentalhealth
#wellness

[Chris Legleiter @clegleiter]

What to do in a Pandemic.....my wife starts a side business as a hobby creating T-shirts with cool slogans. This one is “Patience, Grace and Flexibility.” I think this may become my mantra for this yr. Appreciate how many folks find the positive.

[Gwendolyn Merchant @gmullinax]

@clegleiter I adore this! Just placed my order!

[Dr. Torrey Trust @torreytrust]

Wondering whether you should require students to turn on their videos during virtual class meetings? Here's an infographic to help you rethink that idea #remoteteaching #edtech #isteten #remotelearning