Natalie DiFusco-Funk

2016 Virginia State Teacher of the Year. Blog Contributor @NWEA. Consulting Teacher at @Responsiveclass. NBCT. Lifelong learner. Tweets are my own.

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

We had a blast sharing our co-teaching journey at #VASCD2022 this morning. Now we can sit back and enjoy the rest of this amazing conference! @westsalem1

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

It is truly a gift to work alongside my teacher bestie and real life dear friend Liz every day. Here’s the second blog installment about our co-teaching journey.
https://t.co/dm95P8bg05 @westsalem1 @NWEA

[NWEA @NWEA]

Team MutchyFunk (as reported by @NDF81) shares their successes, missteps, and lessons learned from their first year of co-teaching.

Hear how they divide & conquer, share joy, and grow together: https://t.co/EnlrgIfGqD

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

One of things I am especially thankful for this year is the special bond I share with my co-teacher Liz. I have had a hard time the last few years coming up with content for the blog, and this one just flowed out of me...@westsalem1 @SalemVaSchools
https://t.co/kQUT2wUZoX

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

During the pandemic, my former student teacher Laura found ways to make learning fun…check out the dinosaur! @CFPExtraYard, I’d like shout them out on the #BigDayforTeachers for doing an incredible job supporting students, educators & families.  #CFPExtraYard

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

Teachers have adapted and changed so much this year. In my latest blog post I talk about 6 of those changes I plan to keep around. @westsalem1 @SalemVaSchools

[NWEA @NWEA]

"Move forward, but look back." Elementary teacher @NDF81 reflects on the pandemic practices she'll be keeping in her post-pandemic classroom. https://t.co/nSARmOhTsR

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

This was so much fun!!

[West Salem Elementary School @westsalem1]

Our West Salem Third Grade Cardinals had an amazing time on Market Day showing off their knowledge of business skills and concepts. Check them out! Mrs. DiFusco-Funk and Mrs. Mutcheson were so proud of their young entrepreneurs! #cardinalstrong #beacardinal @NDF81

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

I’m getting excited for the summer!! Who’s going to join me on their RC journey!?!?

[Responsive Classroom @responsiveclass]

We’re getting ready for you!
We have four-day courses specially designed for middle school teachers and our presenters are getting ready to work with you!
Find a location and dates that work for you! https://t.co/O8IYtNGF99

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

@tedlund1 @westsalem1 @responsiveclass Awe! Thanks Talia! Teacher dresses are my jam! 😊❤️

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

I had first day of school vibes as my two cohorts merged into one! I threw on a “first day of school dress” and we spent a great deal of time reviewing routines and establishing modified ones with our new class size! Boy was I happy to see my kids! @westsalem1 @responsiveclass

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

So proud of my friend and colleague!!

[H. Alan Seibert @haseibert]

Congratulations to @Crewmeg22 for being celebrated by @VASCD as an "Impact Award" winner highlighting the significance of her instructional leadership and influence in @westsalem1, in @SalemVaSchools and beyond...throughout the region and the state! @NDF81

[H. Alan Seibert @haseibert]

Congratulations to @Crewmeg22 for being celebrated by @VASCD as an "Impact Award" winner highlighting the significance of her instructional leadership and influence in @westsalem1, in @SalemVaSchools and beyond...throughout the region and the state! @NDF81

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

We’re excited to start the “One School One Book” program at our house tonight! #beacardinal @westsalem1 @SalemVaSchools

[West Salem Elementary School @westsalem1]

So excited that our faculty and staff members had the opportunity to take part in this amazing event today! It provides hope for all of us as we work together to protect and serve our beloved community. @AmandaGGibson1 @NDF81

#beacardinal
#cardinalstrong
❤

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

@TracyLafreniere @CFPExtraYard @SchoolSpecialty @theogmisskrause @kmedeiros414 Thanks Tracy!!

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

“See yourself and now go be great.” @VASCD @Crewmeg22 @westsalem1 @SalemVaSchools

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

“You can’t discipline trauma.” #truth @VASCD @brewerhm @Crewmeg22

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

Ready for day 2 of @VASCD! It’s become a yearly boost of energy for @Crewmeg22 and I to attend this conference, and even though we’re in an office space spread out and not in Williamsburg, we’re loving every moment! @SalemVaSchools @westsalem1

[NWEA @NWEA]

Creative kids, appreciative families, and supportive colleagues: here's one teacher's list of antidotes for an exhausting year (no toxic positivity allowed!) #edchat https://t.co/XrxZ2WA7QR

[Natalie DiFusco-Funk @NDF81]

I love writing blogs for @NWEA & wasn’t sure I‘d have much to share this year, which made me quite sad - especially since I consider myself an optimist.  I have always found reflection to be one of the best ways to move forward, and reflection led me to...https://t.co/pyAntKxfQr