Appropriate timing as my students watched me as I sobbed through Chapter 19 of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane during read aloud. Best part- the kids were right there me. Kate DiCamillo on the magic of reading aloud pbs.org/newshour/show/…

Proud teacher moment! Can’t wait to hear what magical adventure Britt has in store for our Wealthy Wizard next. #wealthywizards #STEM #NASA #21stCenturySkills #egrps

Learning about Michigan’s Three Fire Tribes with guest speaker Genot Picor. #wealthywizards #egrps #michiganstudies #socialstudies

#Mindfulness for our own #mentalhealth is one of the best ways to support our students. As a mom and teacher I continue to learn that sometimes its best to take time for me, just me. And that is ok.

Third graders reenacting a Puerto Rican holiday tradition called Las Parrandas. East Grand Rapids Public Schools Principal Allen #wealthywizards

#wealthyelementary students on a silent march honoring #MLK Principal Allen East Grand Rapids Public Schools

Dream Keeper activities celebrating diversity, variety, and unity. #wealthyelementary East Grand Rapids Public Schools Principal Allen

2 coats, 2 hats, sub-zero temp boots... this is what recess duty looks like in January.