Recently, I was talking to one of my friends who is new to coaching, and she asked me, “What’s the FIRST thing you do when you plan a family night?” It took me a little thinking, but I think I’ve narrowed down my family night planning to…

Like any teacher who knows how important what they do is, at the beginning of each year I am plagued with doubt about my ability to perform this important role on my campus. I decided it might make me feel better to prepare a list of tips for new coaches…

I’m not embarrassed to say that one of the main reasons teaching first piqued my interest was the office supplies. I remember sitting in Ms. Tricoli’s 4th grade classroom, reading the little note she wrote to me on a post-it: “Cute story! Keep writing!” The post-it was shaped like a smiley face. A smiley face, people! At that moment, I thought…

As you read this post, you may find yourself wanting to make a cup of coffee, curl up in a cozy blanket, and read a delicious book. That’s because this post is all about a special spot in my school…