Fibroids were one of the many reasons that I had a hysterectomy December 2020 (yes, during a pandemic). I had removed them multiple times, and one got as big as a golf ball. I also had my endometriosis removed multiple times. I was on continuous birth control for years as well as metformin for polycystic…
When I read Administrators Need to Differentiate Professional Development by my fellow Indy K12 writer Andrew Pillow, all I could do was nod my head to each point he made. I found myself in a ridiculous situation a few years ago. I had been a middle school English teacher for three years before I worked…
After July 4, teachers realize that summer is almost over, and the classroom call is growing louder each day. Some of those teachers entered summer break on fumes. I’m talking car broke down, wheels falling off, Jesus take the wheel type of situation. Yes, the last month of school seems like a gauntlet of every…
Last week, I headed downtown with my boys. This might be the point where you assume we went to the Indiana Black Expo. Instead, I decided to attend the EdFit Education is Power Summit. Most importantly, I was there when the 8 Black Hands kicked off their On Code tour, and I wanted my boys…
By August 4, all Indianapolis students who attend school in one of the 11 traditional public school districts will be back in school. Summer went by fast, and I feel sympathy for students whose parents are checked out and unprepared for the upcoming school year. Students should start school prepared with all the essentials, and…
One day, our neighbor told us about a virtual fundraiser her job was having to raise money for kids. My husband, kids, and I walked over. The grown-ups participated in the virtual fundraiser on Zoom which also included a trivia game. The kids had fun with each other. To make the evening feel like the…
Some teachers fear the students they are supposed to teach and help grow. When teachers fear students, student choice and agency cannot thrive. Agency is the ability to be in control and make choices that best suits the person. Giving students agency means teachers must loosen the reins and give up some control. Loosening the…
There are many laws taking effect on July 1, but everyone should pay attention to the education laws since education is a huge part of our society. Even if people don’t have children, these laws can impact children they know. Athletics – House Enrolled Act 1041 After Lia Thomas became the first trans woman to…
The 21st Century Scholars Program allows more students to access college. Most students who qualify for free and reduced lunch are eligible. Too many students miss this opportunity because they do not enroll. Students must enroll during their 7th or 8th grade year. The deadline to enroll this year is June 30. The Indiana Commission…
It is no secret to any teacher that some students come to school hungry. At least, during the school year, teachers see the students and can take steps to ensure they eat at school. The summer, especially if students are not attending summer school, is a time when teachers worry if some of their students…