A TEACHER IN TRAINING!
It is that time of year again, and one of my favorite things about the Christmas season is Christmas music! So, below is my Spotify playlist that I listen to almost the entire Christmas season. Enjoy it! Underneath the Tree by Kelly Clarkson Take me Home For Christmas by Dan + Shay Joy to the…
It is officially week 6, my last week, of Sophomore Block! Never would I have imagined virtual teaching in my career, and, after experiencing it, I can attest that it is quite a challenge. It has been a joy being with my students and influencing their academic growth, but the biggest challenge I have had…
Turkey, mashed potatoes, corn, sweet potatoes, cranberries, pumpkin pie… It is almost Turkey Day! Thanksgiving is a special time for family to see one another and enjoy time together. This year, some families are going to be able to take part in festivities while others are not. COVID has been upsetting for almost everyone, and…
It was time to write a post about an Adventure category topic, but I recently have not gone on a crazy adventure. Life has been busy in other ways, and I have been enjoying my time with those around me in a more relaxed setting. So, an Adventure category topic was not going to happen…
At most universities, education majors do not receive experience in a real classroom setting until their final year of school. However, that is not so at my university! I have just begun my third week teaching in a second grade classroom in Green Bay! This semester, I am a part of the Sophomore Block experience…
“Umm…I do not know what election day is. I have never heard of that day before.” Student A response from my class placement in Green Bay How cute is that student?! Sometimes I have that mood too, especially right now…but, we all know what election day is….including the excitement and the stress of it… For…
Forgiveness. We all need to use it. We have all been hurt, and we have all hurt others. Personally, these past few months have been challenging. I have struggled in some of my relationships with others, and the outcome of those challenges included anxiety, anger, and sadness. I will not lie, relationships with your family,…
“If you were an autumnal leaf, you would be…this one!” A friend of mine from college said that to me as we were walking through campus about a year ago. It was a casual walk, and she suddenly bent over, picked up a leaf, and gave it to me. The leaf was yellow with red…
I am sure you are curious as to what UD stands for. To me, my title for this post sounds serious, maybe dangerous, and complex. Well, rest assured, everything is fine! UD is the acronym for Universal Design, and you have engaged in the implementation of UD within your community more than you may realize….
Hello friends! It is fall, which makes me super happy 🙂 As we all know and are tired of, COVID is reality. We see its impact everywhere each day, and I witness it here on campus. Thankfully, Saint Norbert College students and faculty have triumphed COVID for 7 weeks now! No one would have expected…
