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ABC- A Big Change in Our School Routine

Continuing education is a requirement for all Pennsylvania teachers in order to keep our license. Often, these continuing ed hours are...well...not very helpful. I happened to select a seminar on teaching the alphabet. When I'm selecting my continuing ed hours, I try and pick seminars that will help with my actual cert (7th-12th) and homeschooling/el… Continue reading ABC- A Big Change in Our School Routine

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Beyond the Box

With 2 girls, it's incredible how quickly and easy it is to be overrun with STUFF. Stuffed animals, baby dolls, kitchen toys.... From the time we knew Athena was going to be a December baby we have worked hard to try and keep the "stuff" at bay, instead encouraging family & friends to add to… Continue reading Beyond the Box

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I’m Not Dead Yet

As a huge Monty Python fan, I laugh. Our Pastor often jokes "If you're still sucking air, He's not done with you yet." So I'll take the latter as a real win! Many of you know, the past year I had stepped in to a supportive administrative role for TNHA. I LOVE True North and… Continue reading I’m Not Dead Yet

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Baby & Mom Registry Must Haves

PHEW. 2 tiny humans in 5 years. It's amazing how much came out between Athena & Nora being born. BUT the biggest thing I came away with between the two was KNOWLEDGE. One of the main things I wish I had done with my registry with Athena was actually put some stuff on for ME.… Continue reading Baby & Mom Registry Must Haves

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Creating Assignments

This has always been one of my most favorite parts of teaching. It keeps me up at night brainstorming and getting excited about projects. I often use Pinterest for general ideas or inspiration and run with it. But the core of creating assignments comes down to 4 major assessments:-Essay-Assessment-Creation-Presentation Why? I never understood why something… Continue reading Creating Assignments