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That’s a Wrap, June! Reflecting on a Month of Rest, Impact, and Transition
June marked the final chapter of my official journey as the 2024 Illinois Teacher of the Year. As I begin to pass the torch and transition back into the classroom, I remain grateful...
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Jul 7, 20254 min read
Passing the Torch: A May of Milestones, Memories, and Moving Forward
This May was a month of full-circle moments, farewells, and fresh beginnings, as I prepare to pass the baton as Illinois Teacher of the Year.
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Jun 3, 20254 min read
April's ABC Adventures: AI, Advocacy, Belonging, Behaviors, Conversations, Colleges, & Conferences
Whether through early childhood education, equity in higher education, or advocacy at the legislative level, I found myself consistently reminded that belonging doesn’t happen by accident — it’s something we intentionally build together.
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Apr 28, 20254 min read
Feeling Lucky to Be an Educator in Illinois
March has been a month filled with moments that remind me just how fortunate we are to be educators in the state of Illinois.
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Apr 2, 20253 min read
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