Before the School Year Starts Although I am now retired (two months in!), I can’t help but think back to those busy weeks before school st...
By the end of last school year, I was completely burnt out.  Very unlike my "usual self", I made the conscious choice to NOT spe...
And we're back! We just finished our fifth week of school(!) and it looks different. It feels different. But it is SO good to be back in...
 It's hard to believe the new school year is just around the corner! Anxiety and emotions are running high with all the unknowns: In-per...
Bookmark this page! If you're frantically planning for your first day or week of school, here are five tried & true activities (not ...
Oh, how I love picture books! They are not just for little kids, but they are filled with so many life lessons for big kids, too! The start ...
Eek! I think I've been in denial that school is starting in just a week! I may be frantically planning my curriculum, but here are 3 tri...
Okay, I admit it. . . I'm a wanna-be organizer . I'm envious of those classrooms (and homes!) that never have piles. (I'm my...
I don't know about you, but the worst part about being back in school for me is having to worry about breakfasts and lunches again. I...
Hey friend! Grab a cup of coffee and give us a listen as we discuss 1st day plans, tips and tricks. A new podcast episode is now playing H...
 Oh my goodness, the countdown is on! In just one week, I start YEAR 32; eek! I came across this hilarious (yet accurate!) post on We Are T...
Getting my brain wrapped around going back to school. . . I've noticed my attention span has definitely gotten shorter. . . so I thought...
Helloooo! It's somehow already August and I'm sure you're in full-blown back to school mode! (Although I just walked into Michae...
What do we stand for? That's a pretty abstract, heavy question to ask 8 and 9 year olds. . . Our school year began last week and ins...
I'm in denial that school is starting (with students) in just 4 days! There's always so much to think about when planning, not to me...