The tardisTRAVELER001 Journal has been published and includes an article by Salem City Schools teacher-leaders Natalie DiFusco-Funk and Megan Crew! Huge Kudos to Editor Extraordinaire, Eric Carbaugh for another amazing publication! publications.catstonepress.com/i/1300156-fall…?

Natalie DiFusco-Funk and I continue to advocate for #studentvoice. Join us! ℬ #studentled publications.catstonepress.com/i/1300156-fall…?

I love writing blogs for NWEA & wasn’t sure I‘d have much to share this year, which made me quite sad - especially since I consider myself an optimist.  I have always found reflection to be one of the best ways to move forward, and reflection led me to...nwea.org/blog/2020/4-te…

Creative kids, appreciative families, and supportive colleagues: here's one teacher's list of antidotes for an exhausting year (no toxic positivity allowed!) #edchat nwea.us/2T8viGX

Ready for day 2 of tardisTRAVELER001! It’s become a yearly boost of energy for Megan Crew and I to attend this conference, and even though we’re in an office space spread out and not in Williamsburg, we’re loving every moment! Salem City Schools West Salem Elementary School

“You can’t discipline trauma.” #truth tardisTRAVELER001 Hamish Brewer Megan Crew

“See yourself and now go be great.” tardisTRAVELER001 Megan Crew West Salem Elementary School Salem City Schools

We’re excited to start the “One School One Book” program at our house tonight! #beacardinal West Salem Elementary School Salem City Schools

Congratulations to Megan Crew for being celebrated by tardisTRAVELER001 as an "Impact Award" winner highlighting the significance of her instructional leadership and influence in West Salem Elementary School, in Salem City Schools and beyond...throughout the region and the state! Natalie DiFusco-Funk

So proud of my friend and colleague!!

I had first day of school vibes as my two cohorts merged into one! I threw on a “first day of school dress” and we spent a great deal of time reviewing routines and establishing modified ones with our new class size! Boy was I happy to see my kids! West Salem Elementary School Responsive Classroom

I’m getting excited for the summer!! Who’s going to join me on their RC journey!?!?

This was so much fun!!

Teachers have adapted and changed so much this year. In my latest blog post I talk about 6 of those changes I plan to keep around. West Salem Elementary School Salem City Schools

During the pandemic, my former student teacher Laura found ways to make learning fun…check out the dinosaur! College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation, I’d like shout them out on the #BigDayforTeachers for doing an incredible job supporting students, educators & families.  #CFPExtraYard

One of things I am especially thankful for this year is the special bond I share with my co-teacher Liz. I have had a hard time the last few years coming up with content for the blog, and this one just flowed out of me...West Salem Elementary School Salem City Schools nwea.org/blog/2021/5-ke…

Team MutchyFunk (as reported by Natalie DiFusco-Funk) shares their successes, missteps, and lessons learned from their first year of co-teaching. Hear how they divide & conquer, share joy, and grow together: nwea.us/32x0yHJ

It is truly a gift to work alongside my teacher bestie and real life dear friend Liz every day. Here’s the second blog installment about our co-teaching journey. nwea.org/blog/2022/diar… West Salem Elementary School NWEA

We had a blast sharing our co-teaching journey at #VASCD2022 this morning. Now we can sit back and enjoy the rest of this amazing conference! West Salem Elementary School