You know you work in an elementary school when you tell your husband “2 minutes of private think time before we start sharing ideas” when we play Connections. 😂

There is no excitement quite like the start of the new school year! Sharpened pencils, fresh crayons, and all the possibilities. Here’s to leveling up in 2025 and not missing any moments! I can’t wait to see all our students tomorrow!

Today was my last full day as an academic coach.A teacher popped into my room, & as we were talking, told me that she actually looked forward to PLCs the past couple years. Time is the most precious resource for teachers, so those words really meant everything to me. #EdCoach

Congratulations, Mrs. Inglis!

I was reminded of the day my class visited our school garden for a lesson with our farmer, and they all got to pick bell peppers which they ate like apples the rest of the day. It was the cutest! #farm2school

One of the reasons I love working for @MCScommunicates so much is because we have the best leaders! Congratulations @treyduke, this is so well-deserved! #bestofMCS

When You Walk Through a Storm

Test scores are important, but they almost never tell the full story. A kindergartener who rarely speaks at school read 8 words to me today! Honestly, I felt honored that she read aloud to me. It was a huge milestone for her. A percentile could never capture that! #studentgrowth

2 former students popped in today! We reminisced on their 5th grade year (they’re sophomores in college) & talked about what they’re doing now. They said they think of me often & let me tell you, that right there is the magic of teaching. You often don’t know your impact!

There is nothing more precious than seeing students reunite with their friends, teachers, and school staff after a break! Arrival this morning made my heart so happy! #schoolculture #BlackFoxChiefs

I just saw a tv commercial saying that the TN voucher bill will raise teacher pay. I’ve never seen a commercial advertising a bill, ever, and the goal of that program is not to raise teacher pay. Raising teacher pay and investing in public schools is not dependent upon vouchers.

So proud of @JessicaCod85! She is such a dedicated educator! #BestofMCS

So excited that @CathyHWhitehead was selected as the Tennessee Supervisor of the Year! She is knowledgeable, supportive, and pushes us towards excellence daily. I’m a better educator and instructional coach because of her!

We remember @SiegelTennis Head Coach Jeff Martin, who has passed away this morning at the age of 62. We offer our condolences to his wife Laura and his daughters Sara and Rachel. Jeff touched so many lives in a positive manner in the classroom and on the tennis courts. #P2BASS

I’ve voted in every presidential election since I turned 18, but serving on @TennesseeSTOY opened my eyes to the importance of our TN House & Senate, especially on issues I’m passionate about. I now follow legislative sessions and know that I made informed choices today! #GoVote

This election is a great opportunity to advocate for the educational needs of our children and the schools where we work. 🇺🇸

Today I saw 3 tiny Spidermen spot each other in the lobby and high five, read amazing pourqoui tales, handed out candy to some of our students, celebrated amazing science data with a fourth grade class, and received the sweetest text from a teacher. It was the perfect Halloween!

I’m so proud of Franchesca! She is truly one of the best with the biggest heart for her students and for our profession! Thank you @JoinTQEE for lifting up educators across our state! #excellence #BestofMCS

I coach in a building full of amazing teachers! Any day that I get to see them in action is just a great day!

National Instructional Coaches Day was October 6th and though we are a little late, we want to make sure we take the time to recognize our amazing Black Fox Instructional Coaches, Kim Inglis and Jon Simmons! @MCScommunicates @K_Inglis5 @teachpreach71