My Planner spread and how I use it to organize myself

I have been through many different versions of planners throughout my career and life. I am a huge fan of Plum Paper (this post is not sponsored) mostly because I can easily personalize my planner. I also use pads from MiGoals, which I like because keeping work and my personal life separate is helpful. My […]

November Content Calendar

Welcome to November! This month, I wanted to take on the creative challenge of a content calendar. I searched through Pinterest, but nothing felt good or resonated with me, so I made my own! This is to get me out of this creative funk and write more! Here’s what to expect this month: New Blog […]

A Letter to my first year teaching self

To Liz, during her first year of teaching in 2003, Teaching is your passion, and things will change drastically in the next two decades. Right now, you are sure that elementary is your path, but that will change with the job market and a chance interview that leads you to teach English and Social Studies […]

Roles of the President, Political ideology, and the State of the Union

When you are short on time, need a sub plan, or simply want a good assessment that is not a multiple choice test, consider using primary sources such as the State of the Union. They are usually chock full of great examples of political ideology, roles of the President, and powers of the President. I […]

The Four Things that Elevated my Teaching career

My teaching career has been a bit unconventional. During my time in college, I was sure I’d be an early elementary teacher. My degree is in early childhood education, and I did my student teaching in a kindergarten classroom. The job market in 2003, when I graduated, wasn’t fantastic. I secured a job as an […]

Celebrating Justice Sandra Day O’Connor

September 13, 2022 Podcast with Sarah Suggs, President, and CEO of the O’Connor Institute for American Democracy. In Arizona, September 25 is Sandra Day O’Connor Day, celebrating the day she was sworn in as the first female Supreme Court Justice. On a few occasions, I’ve met Justice O’Connor, work with her civic education organization, iCivics, […]