The Light We Carry: Reflecting Christ in the Classroom

Every December, classrooms sparkle with lights, music, and excitement, but the most meaningful light we carry as teachers is not strung across the walls. It shines through our kindness, patience, and love. In this post, I share how we can reflect the light of Christ in our classrooms through simple acts of grace and compassion, even in the busiest season of the year. Click the title to read the full post.

Why Fix What Isn’t Broken? Because God Isn’t Finished Yet.

The phrase “why fix what isn’t broken” sounds simple, but it can quietly hold us back. Growth isn’t about fixing what’s broken; it’s about becoming who God designed us to be. Each day is a new opportunity to learn, stretch, and grow in faith, life, and purpose. Click the title to read the full post.

Helping Children Thrive: Understanding Social-Emotional Screening Tools

It can be hard to know when a child’s big emotions are part of normal development and when they may signal a deeper need for support. In this post, I share my own journey of learning to understand those feelings, how social-emotional screening tools can help, and why they matter for both parents and teachers. These tools bring clarity, connection, and compassion to the children we love and teach. Click the title to read the full post.

Exciting News: My Teachers Pay Teachers Store Is Open!

I’m thrilled to announce the launch of my Teachers Pay Teachers store, filled with preschool teaching concepts and evaluations designed to nurture curiosity, celebrate small milestones, and align with trusted standards like ELOF, NAEYC and NYSPLS. Click to explore how these play-based resources can bring grace and wonder into your classroom or homeschool.

Loneliness: The Weight We Don’t Always Name

This post is for the ones who feel unseen in a full room, who long for connection, and who wonder if anyone notices the weight they’re carrying. Click the title to read the full reflection, and remember... you are not alone. You were made for connection. You were made on purpose