Teaching begins with relationships. Relationship still trump strategies even after COVID. #MSC2021

Intentional lesson planning leads to student success! PLAN #MSC2021

Just posted a photo @ Hilltop Elementary (Argyle) instagram.com/p/CVYl3KPJ283/…

Positive relationships are truly the building blocks to a successful school building/culture. Jimmy Casas

Day 3 of TCEA complete! Ended with some strong inspiring & motivational words from Joe Sanfelippo #TCEA22

Being a good leader is about helping people reach their potential -John C Maxwell Your position as a leader has to shift based on the needs of those you lead. #buildingchampions LHISD Communications

What's one #TeacherHack that worked for you?

Homework does little to improve achievement and can actually have negative effects, especially at elementary level. Recess however has many positive effects such as improved self regulation of emotions, improved interpersonal skills and focus! And should never be taken away.

Happy Sunday! Here are 4 puzzle-y problems for your A.M. coffee. I stay sharp by doing lots of mental math. Our puzzles are a mix of reasoning & computation. Some have more reasoning, others more computation, but always both. These are great for mastering factors & multiples!

PSA: You can’t intervene your way out of a Tier 1 problem. Explicit, systematically planned Tier 1 and 2 instruction is essential in order for Tier 3 to be fully effective. Always reflect on Tier 1 and 2 first. #multiplyexcellence

Ready for a conversation? bit.ly/3FkA7pm via Busy Teacher #edchat #teaching #edutwitter #k12

I love using images to stimulate math wondering and thinking!

Here we go again Southwest Airlines ! Thanks for the update 😳

Statement from the U.S. Department of Transportation on Southwest Airlines cancellations:

Amazingly we made it out of Denver Int'l Airport on Southwest Airlines to Dallas Love Field Airport! Thankfully we rented a car to finish this trip because no one is getting out of DAL!

My bags are there somewhere 😢. Wondering if I will ever see them again.

My bags are there somewhere… what’s my chance I get them back?

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” -Philippians 4:6

Had the BEST time these last 2 days learning with my partner Erin Boyd at TEPSA AP Conference! Let's do this! #WeLeadTX #BuildingChampions

… all the difference in the world.