Hopeful children are happier, more satisfied with life, and more willing to try. By Michele Borba, Ed. D.
teachers
When I was younger, there were life choices I viewed as a certain death of the soul. Now I’m the owner of a Honda Odyssey and parent to three kids. By Cara McDonough
Last spring, when we finally gave up the dream of returning to school, I held onto September as my North Star. By Steven Newmark
Each project was meant to show a child’s mom that she is appreciated. Respected. Loved. By Wendy Kennar
We have plenty of coffee in our cupboard. What’s not in bloom has buds, promises, waiting. By Kara Gebhart Uhl
This job is hard—physically, mentally, emotionally—it’s so damn hard. By Maureen Boesen
Hearing “nonviable” is heartbreaking. Having to ignore that in front of 32 smiling second graders is even harder. By Caitlin Cherry
I’m a third grade teacher. No amount of cursive writing instruction is going to bridge literacy gaps or resolve comprehension deficits. By Michelle Riddell
Using script forces a child’s brain to slow down. It allows for deeper thoughts, more expansive word choices, and increased imagination. By Michelle Riddell
As we reel from watching yet another school shooting, we must look closely at what we are asking of our teachers. By Kim Simon