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Confessions of a Burnt-Out Overachiever: Why I Broke Up with Perfection!
Alright, confession time: I've spent most of my life chasing the ever-elusive "best of me." Case in point? I earned my doctoral degree by...
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Teaching: The Noble Profession That Will Eat You Alive—But Hey, There's Hope and a Jean Pass!
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Turning Problems Into Possibilities – Lessons from the Amistad House at CVE.
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When Life Gives You Lemons, Throw Them at Your Problems (And Other Ways to Cope)
Ever feel like life is some sort of cosmic joke? Like the punchline is you , juggling 17 different things with a smile while the world...
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How to Talk to Your Kids About 9/11: A Guide for Teachers of K-4 Students
As we approach another anniversary of September 11th, it's important to consider how we introduce and discuss this pivotal event with...
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The Teaching Twist: From Struggles to Bliss
Teaching can feel like a rollercoaster, whether it's your first year or your fifteenth. New school, curriculum, or grade level? Maybe you...
