I love these 12 simple sentences that emotionally intelligent people use under pressure. The other important part of the equation is that when the ask for additional information they are listening to the answer and not just waiting to reply. We learn so much more when we are

Do you need a quick and easy "homemade" dessert to take to a holiday event this week? I have just the recipe for you. This is a perfect recipe when you are short on time, tired from the holiday rush, or just want a sweet treat. Any recipe that requires only 4 ingredients, very

This is a great reminder for all teachers, but especially those new to the profession. The return from the winter break is the best time you have to establish any new classroom expectations and reinforce the existing ones.

I am one of the people who has a birthday that falls between Christmas and New Year’s Day. I am also headed towards my 60th birthday in 2025. So, I decided that 2025 will be the year of me. A year I focus on each of the 8 components of self-care: mental, physical, intellectual,

As I shared on my blog, OldTeacherNewLessons.com , 2025 is The Year of Me. I chose to start my year on December 29th, so week 1 of the journey is in the books. I am both proud and excited to say that I met my goal for physical and emotional self-care by making it to the gym four

We must reminder our children that struggling is part of the learning process, and use these opportunities to teach them resilience. Thank Teacher2Teacher for this visual reminder of how we must help children learn this lesson. #LifeLessons #learning #LearningJourney

Am I the only one that is so late in writing thank you notes for Christmas gifts? Many of you know that I love sending and receiving cards via snail mail. Writing thank you notes is something that my oldest granddaughter does so well, and I am glad that her mom has taught her the

I love that TISD Career & Technical Education is hosting their 49th Ag Project Show. Going to high school in Bryan/College Station I was surrounded by terrific Ag programs and their outstanding FFA members. As a former CTE Director, I know the passion that communities have for their AG programs and

Thinking about easing into a more flexible lifestyle? Semi-retirement might be the sweet spot you've been searching for! In my latest blog post, I share some of the benefits of semi-retirement and my own experience being semi-retired. It has truly provided me with the best of

February marks the start of month two in My Year of Me Journey. During 2025, I am focusing on the 8 characteristics of self-care. Visit my website to lean about my journey. oldteachernewlessons.com/2025/02/lesson…… #SelfCareMatters #Mindfulness #MindfulLiving #Yoga #homeorganization

As you will find in my most recent blog post at OldTeacherNewLessons.com, February did not go as planned. I see this as a detour, but I am back on on track for March and following this quote from Confucius. "It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop." -

Today I headed to the local YMCA as part of My Year of Me Journey and enjoyed a great workout in the pool. If you are like me and have a body that is not use to working out, the pool is your best workout buddy. I have terrible knees that I need to have replaced, yet in the water

One of the greatest joys of semi-retirement is finding opportunities to share information about things you are passionate about. This week I had the opportunity to provide a PD session on Self-Care which I believe everyone should prioritize. In fact, next week, I will update my

I would love to see my father's alma mater, the University of Houston, win its first NCAA Basketball Championship. Go Coogs! May the 2025 Men's team accomplish what the great Phi Slamma Jama could not. University of Houston #MarchMadness #Htown #ForTheCity #houstonsports #Houston

I am late with this post, but I must say thank you to all the marvelous school librarians out there who cultivate the love of reading in their students. I was lucky enough to have a terrific librarian at Anson Jones in Bryan ISD who fostered my love for biographies. Sadly, I do

This week is Gifted and Talented (GT) Awareness Week in Texas—a time to recognize and celebrate the unique needs, strengths, and potential of gifted learners across the state. In the last 25 years, the field of gifted education has evolved significantly. From how we identify

Career and Technical Education (CTE) is no longer just an alternative—it’s a powerful pathway. I am passionate that we continue to provide students with options other than 4 years of college. A recent article from EducationWeek highlights the importance of well-designed CTE

Tomorrow, Saturday, April 26th is Independent Bookstore Day! I’ll be celebrating by supporting my favorite local children’s bookstore to pick out a special book for each of my granddaughters. Support local, spread stories! #IndieBookstoreDay #GrandmaGoals #ShopLocal

Stop by my blog, OldTeacherNewLessons.com, to check out my latest book reviews! From heartwarming reads to dramatic twists, to forgettable books, I covered a lot of ground this month. I’ll admit—there was one book I just couldn’t get into. Wicked (our book club pick) lost me by

Channelview ISD has one of the strongest CTE programs in the area. They have three positions open: Construction trades, Engineering, and Robotics. If you are looking to make a career change and want to work with students, this is an excellent opportunity. CTE_ChannelviewISD #CTE