Sometimes, we feel like we are thriving. And sometimes, we feel like we are just trying to keep out head above water. But whatever the day… we will interact with students and colleagues… which means we WILL make a difference. Every day counts!

Congratulations to Claudia Dominguez who has been named the new Principal at Williams Elementary! Read more about her here: bit.ly/2ITKKBn

The drivers are ready to take some fabulous teachers to Get Your Teach On conference. #GYTO #wesbelievers @DebraKurten2

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Thank you Kelly Jones☀️ for sending us to GYTO! It was awesome!!!! ❤️ #wesbelievers #GetYourTeachOn

We practiced writing our numerals correctly in shaving cream. #wesbelievers #messybutfun

The legacy of great teachers is not usually found in the lessons they taught to their students… but in the relationships they built with their students.

When you find yourself saying “This is not what I signed up for...” remember this...yes it is, you just didn’t realize it was a part of what you signed up for. Push through the struggles and focus on the students...the true thing you signed up for.

My lunch dates! Miah saved 50 Mustang Moola to have lunch with a friend and me!😊❤️ #wesbelievers

Teachers, words of affirmation for your students can be powerful. Admin, words of affirmation can be powerful for teachers too * I’m glad you’re here * I believe in you * you have talent/ purpose * I’m proud of you * say their name/ everyone loves hearing their name

My lunch dates!💙❤️ #wesbelievers #lunchfun

Let’s never judge each other based on how we taught or currently teach. We all have our own talents, passions and skills to connect w/ students. You can walk in 5 different classrooms & see 5 different teachers being amazing for 5 different reasons! That’s teaching!

Balancing equations- I love it when these smarties come up with their own equations. #wesbelievers @weselementary

Rainy day lunch and a movie with this awesome group! @weselementary

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A tip to share with parents. If your child struggles with a subject, give them 15 minutes to play or exercise before you focus on that subject with them. It will refresh them, burn off energy and allow them to focus.

Educators: Succeeding in #virtuallearning does not require failing to: -Set boundaries -Care for your own families -Keep your sanity -Find joy during the week Don’t light yourself on fire to keep everybody warm. #BoldSchool #FridayMotivation #FridayFeeling #edchat

My favorite zooms are with my kids!❤️ I miss them soooooo much!

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted❤️#tesbulldogs #wisdgreatness #thisismywhy Kristen Ashley Castellanos Crystal Mielke