Lessons From Children

As an educator I learn a great deal of life’s most powerful lessons, from children, every single day. The lessons learned make me a better person. They help me to reason through lives daily challenges and be a better human being. I learn not to … [Read more...]

Our Precious Children

Today I read about a fall festival at Newsome High School for young children. I immediately texted my friends with young children, so that they could go and enjoy the festivities. Time flies, our children grow up, so enjoy every minute you spend … [Read more...]

Her Heart

She gives selflessly of herself, more so to those less fortunate. Maybe it stems from her humble beginnings, or from an innate desire to make the world a better place — one child at a time. In the photograph above, she is creating joy for a little … [Read more...]

Our Troubled Young

She sat nervously in my office, hiding behind big frame glasses. She was anxiously wringing her hands, and rarely looked up to make eye contact. She emailed me for an appointment. She wanted to drop out of her classes and was clearly battling her … [Read more...]