Be Grateful | Teacher Evolution Ep 9

[@tammybrink3322]

I love your statement that dessert goes to your heart, not your stomach! ;-) I'm definitely using that one.

[@juniornavarro6923]

add that to an reason to eat desert when on a diet

[@fabioandresfabbiani957]

tammy brink a

[@bethcochran9497]

Am I the only person who isn't a teacher that watches Michelle? I'm a nurse... but for some reason this is so entertaining to me!!!

[@tinamarie2121]

Beth Cochran me! Not working currently (yay for rheumatoid arthritis ), but I was a medical coder for 18 years! Totally hooked on Michelle's videos!

[@JenniferJiang2013]

I just graduated with a BA in public health and I'm subscribed lol

[@ginnyweasly7786]

No I'm 12

[@nickl8199]

im 14

[@LucyMayeux]

No I am fourth grade

[@lilianagutierrez103]

1. Binder clips are the best! 2. Being a teacher is hard. You must be kind to yourself if you wanna survive! 3. You're amazing! Never change!

[@erinjenkins6151]

This is not Josh- Erin here... 18 years in K... give yourself a break!! You are amazing, the time and dedication you put into your craft is what makes all your kids love you and that means the world to their families as well. Just like in every other part of life we go through seasons. Right now you are able to pour yourself into making your profession a priority. The day will come when you have a family of your own and your priorities will change. In that season of your life you will find that you lean on teachers that are in a season of life where they can afford more time on school stuff... when that happens remember how hard you worked in this part of your career.... and don't feel guilty about it. You are awesome!!!! I appreciate and really enjoy your videos!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@michelelee3764]

Someone else commented this as well however, I wanted to say it too. Due to how long your videos are, you should add an additional advertisement. I wouldn't mind at all, and I really believe that you deserve it. I look forward to your videos every week, you are the best!!

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

Thank you for your input! Honestly, I wasn't wanting to put more advertisements on my videos because I thought it would be a turn off to my viewers so I really appreciate you all saying that you wouldn't mind it! I will try to add another ad or two in the middle of the video 😉 Thank you for taking the time to comment and let me know!

[@5superbine5]

I was the other commenter👍🏼 I'm so happy you're doing that! Especially just considering how much work you put in to the videos you deserve a paycheck that shows that!

[@utfan0899]

Pocketful of Primary yes. I would 100% watch ads for you!!

[@KatiesLifeAdventure]

Pocketful of Primary You can also add them on at the end!

[@edeildomaciel7834]

Michele Lee would watch any add for you!!!!😘

[@monkeysluvdani]

Ditto to more ads! I personally hate commercials BUT I have zero problems supporting a fellow teacher who is so committed to ALL of her jobs!

[@turtlevibes213]

Ok

[@HipsterArtTeacher]

"Dessert goes to your heart not to your stomach"- my new motto! I totally understand having trouble with home/work balance. Especially because you have your KZbin business as well! The teacher life is hard and you are doing a great job fitting everything in!

[@MyDreamIsAStory]

I just want to thank you for your videos. I always enjoy watching them on Sundays. Especially when I have had a bad week. You make me smile.

[@elly4586]

Michelle, I understand exactly how you feel. I stay late as much as I can, but I'm never able to catch up. I left at 10:00 p.m. last Friday and as soon as I begin to see the light at the end of the tunnel, we get called in for a last-minute meeting or given new procedures that involve more paperwork... I just want to teach!! I'm unable to disconnect from work, and I'm glad to see I'm not the only one.

[@Seebee123]

Seriously thank you for being you! It’s hard to be a teacher and have work life balance, I am really struggling with it too and I’m also taking classes. It’ll get better keep your head up!

[@PrisciTobias]

“Dessert goes to your heart not to your stomach!” LoL 😂 I need this on a t-shirt.

[@BlackRoze29]

My husband and I have the same argument as you and Billy constantly. It's only my second year so I'm still trying to figure stuff out, but I'm also stressed, anxious, and dealing with panic attacks (again)...it's a lot. He gets it somewhat (He saw the stress and stuff when we were dating and newly married when I was in grad school), but I can tell it bothers him still...being conscious for only 2 hours when I'm home takes its toll.

[@brittanyhogan539]

BlackRoze29 I'm right there with you too. My boyfriend started helping me with things that I barely had time to do daily/would let pile up like Grading, creating materials, organizing, etc. It's helped me by being less stressed and we still get to spend time together! I also had an extra day during the week that we could do something spontaneous or whatever! It also helped my boyfriend have a better understanding of alll of the stress we go through as teachers, especially when we're trying to find our flow. The arguments still come and go, but it's reassuring to know I'm not alone with these feelings.

[@katiegracekibler-marckel1759]

Girl yes, I hear you on the work-home life struggle and being able to get to sleep before midnight! I started a new grade level this year at a new school as well and it is just tough! Hang in there, Billy will be understanding, give it time. Chase, my husband and I struggle with this too but in the end you know y’all love one another and it’ll work out. There’s a lot on your plate but don’t be discouraged you’re an amazing teacher! Hugs and love here from NC, yo got this Michelle ❤️

[@elliotelliott901]

THANK YOU for being my FAVE (put it on while I am doing all the things) CHANNEL! And THANKS for being REAL and giving us the good, bad, ugly, and crazy of life! LOVING IT ALL!

[@jenp6622]

It cracks me up that you leave that spray can on your steps. It's like a trusty old friend, you know it will always be there! Love your vlogs!

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

We are leaving it there to hopefully scare the wasps into never coming around... ha!

[@HelloNatalieK]

My youth pastor use to say any questions, comments, or non-violent disagreements, lol

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

LOL! I like that one too!

[@gabrielle5718]

My U.S. History teacher used to say "Any comments, questions, concerns, or human sacrifices of [insert student name]?" And I would crack up a lot.

[@gretaalejandra9584]

@@PocketfulofPrimary hello Ms. Ferré

[@gigikean6003]

I agree about having more grades being more fair and more accurate for the kids. Thank you for such an awesome video

[@ELAinTaipei]

I am still watching the video so I don't know if things worked out in the end yet or not, but I am so sorry, Michelle. Will it get better? From my experience alone I would say yes and no. As a teacher (and especially as a teacher who wants to do well and be innovative) you will always have trouble balancing family life and work. It gets even more tricky with motherhood. What works and what doesn't work to balance your work/life changes throughout the years as your family dynamic/work location change. It is super easy to feel guilty quite often about one of more areas of your life. When I feel awesome and accomplished at work, I feel guilty about not spending enough time with my son and having a messy house. When I take time to spend a long weekend completely focused on my family, I feel really happy until I get to work Monday morning and then I feel like a lazy teacher. What seems to work so far for me to minimize the guilt and keep the balance is making prioritized lists for work (which it seems you already do). I tell myself to only do the things on the list that are absolutely necessary and I do a little at a time as each item's due date comes along (for example I don't do the whole week's tasks at once). I set work hours after school M-TH for myself (3:30-5:00), stay focused during those hours and try my best not to be chatty with other teachers ☺️, I multitask as much as possible during the school day and take full advantage of any planning period, and I reserve Saturday for family and Sunday for work. I also leave work immediately after school on Friday and clean my house (I have learned to just deal with it being messy during the week and remind myself it will be clean on Friday😊). It isn't a perfect system and of course I don't always stick to it perfectly but it helps me feel much less guilty and more balanced. It is also super helpful to have a boyfriend/husband who understands and supports the crazy teacher life because you can have the best of both worlds if they will come hang out with you in your classroom while you get some work done. Now I'm going to keep watching the video and hope you guys can work it out at the end! Hugs to you! ❤️

[@JN-go2yq]

Oh gosh, you parents are amazing! I will try and take these tips for my next term. I was in a new school and it was 8.30 am till 7pm every night to just get my class tidyish- and plans sort of done. So much to do when setting up a classroom. Thanks for your advice.

[@ELAinTaipei]

Jeanette Neil you’re welcome! 😊

[@daryenecoleman1578]

Yes yes yes. You seriously light up my weekend. Love you so much gf💛💛💛

[@malinsamuelsson]

I haven’t even started watching the video yet, but I love that they are almost 90 minutes long. I wouldn’t mind if they were 120 minutes. 😍

[@melissasmrz9648]

Michelle, I totally feel you being off mentally post-cold and also with being overwhelmed in the amount of work and stuff you need to get done. I'm a senior finance major in university and also my school's finance tutor and president of our finance club. Between my capstone class and big experiential learning project, and four other classes with one being a Monday night class and the other being an online course I am so overwhelmed for midterms this week and am struggling to be able to get everything done. Throw a badly sprained ankle and limited mobility into the mix and it's been a rough few weeks. Thank you so much for the few laughs you allowed me to have this morning before classes as I really needed them. We laugh with you, not at you :) Also you're allowed to take time for yourself without all of your KZbin followers getting mad at you :) we're all human and doing our best.

[@designgirl96]

Potential time saver for you: I take a shower at night so I can sleep longer in the morning! Since you are up late anyway....end your night with a relaxing warm shower....might help you sleep too.

[@suzii6690]

Nicole Valadares I ALWAYS take my shower at night, too..I can't imagine going to bed dirty..lol! I dampen my hair in the morning to style it. Happy teaching

[@taylordawnn]

I take my showers at night too! I cant shower in the morning.. lol I just cant! Im not a morning person at all !! xD

[@amaandahf5047]

I’m a Night owl so alway take a shower at night but I can’t take a shower everyday or my hair will be greasier than pizza

[@designgirl96]

The OPXV2PLAYERTHREE Sure do, what would you like to know?

[@designgirl96]

The OPXV2PLAYERTHREE I would talk to your team/reading coach to see what books you have available a class sets.

[@amoura278]

I am in love with your videos! I look forward to Saturdays even more now. I am a kindergarten teacher my 2nd year. I am stressed out to the max and it is only October! I feel like the younger the children, more behaviors you get. I have 3 children that don't speak English and 3 children that I do believe have ODD......i am beyond stressed. Watching your videos gets me to realize that no matter how long you have taught and no matter what age group, you will have that stress. I also try not to bring work home or stay late at work as well. I loved that you let us no about your headaches because when I get overwhelmed and stressed, I get tension headaches where i cant do anything so this year, i am trying to prevent that from happening. Anyways that's for the videos and I am a big supporter.

[@bettyspaghetti4803]

I totally understand trying to balance home and the classroom. People tell me to go home and not worry but I want to be prepared. Tomorrow I'm walking into a messy room and grading and I hope I don't end up crying by the end of the day.

[@amethystamanda]

I admire how hard you work and how dedicated you are, it's easy to sit here and say "your home life is important too," but really when you think about it the memories you make doing things you enjoy with the people you love are way more important than any job in the long run. Maybe you and Billy can try to plan more fun things out of the house on weekends/school breaks. I always look for events in our area for my bf and I to do together💕

[@brittanyhogan539]

Amethyst Amanda this hit home for me! I live in Las Vegas, and we just had the biggest reminder of cherishing those moments with your loved ones, because you never know when it'll be your last. Like you said, that's more important than any job.. even if it is our passion such as teaching! For me, I had to be kind to myself and let go of the guilt.. and really be in the moment with my boyfriend, or in the moment at school. That's when I started being more happy and just all around feeling like myself again. Thank you for this reminder 💕

[@amethystamanda]

Brittany Hogan You're welcome! I'm so sorry for what your community is going through 😔 I live in FL and when the shooting happened in Orlando it was such a sad, scary time. You never know what can happen and I just want people to enjoy their life and not take things so seriously!

[@brittanyhogan539]

Amethyst Amanda thank you! And I'm sorry for the loss your community has suffered through. You couldn't have said it better on how to enjoy this life we have! Your comment is a beautiful reminder to find love and light, even in the darkest of places.. and something I needed to see. So thanks girl 😁 keep up the positive vibes!

[@melodys7]

I'm a morning person, but I still get teacher tired. I am waking up too early, so I've been just using that time...getting up and emptying the dishwasher, grading, getting to work early and taking a short nap if I can. So keep embracing your late night personality and find ways to fit in a nap or whatever you need to keep yourself going.

[@lovelyrose1267]

Ugh I have been suffering from migraines since junior year of high school ; I’m 23 lol so 6 years. They come and go never constant thankfully! But hearing you talk about them I swear brought one on for me. They are the worse! I hope you get your medication.

[@cayceemckenna2556]

Okay these videos are what get me through a stressful week in college because I know if I get to the weekend I get to go grab my dunkin coffee and I can stay in bed and watch this before ANYTHING ELSE!

[@MakeupPrincess813]

I do not teach but I always wanted to be a teacher when I was younger. I am 22 and graduate college as a fashion major working in retail. I love watching your videos Sunday mornings when I am here approving payroll because you are just so positive and it makes my day start off better than what it did before I watched you.

[@RondaPapenhagen]

I had a Fashion Merchandising and a Retail Mgt degree before I became a teacher. I found out it was the love of sharing my knowledge with others that lead me to teaching. Personally now with the state of education, you can return to college and in many cases go into Special Education and have a large portion of student loans paid for. Consider gaining more people experience in this job and sub when you can to see what you think! It is never tooooo late :)

[@jordanmay2641]

hi! love your vlogs!! best teacher ever! 💓

[@terridavenport5243]

Hi Michelle!! You're the absolute best example of a productive teacher...thank you for your dedication!

[@miche4000]

Your Awesome! Don't change a thing :) I admire and respect you so much...Happy early birthday & I hope you and Billy get to do something extra special.

[@hazardsoflove1]

There is literally no other youtuber that I would watch a vlog that's an hour and a half but I love yours so much!

[@mcg267]

I can not believe the difference in you this year compared to last year. It broke my heart to see you so unhappy at your last school. I can tell you love where you are now and I hope you and your students flourish. Love you AND your vlogs. ❤️

[@monroecheer1]

I got so excited when I saw the sloth calendar. Hahaha. How sweet was that!!

[@Hollyamomof4]

Also, I’m always worried about your safety when you stay late and are the only one there! Be safe!

[@jamesgingo6710]

Thanks Michelle for all of your 4th Grade Classroom Tours You are a wonderful Person I've been watching your Videos

[@utfan0899]

Michelle, I am literally in the same spot. I'm teaching a new subject in 6th grade and I'm teaching 5 classes of 34 kids. Two social studies classes and 3 reading. I've been constantly stressed, causing my husband and I to fight more. I just make sure we both talk it out. I love your vlogs. I wish we knew each other in real life, because I need a teacher friend. ❤️

[@sahanaganj62]

Love this series!

[@simplicityyy21]

Remind would be really helpful to remind your parents of field trips, tests and other really important events. My teachers use it (I’m in high school) to remind us if we have a potluck, a test or if they are going to be absent

[@micheleherbert4231]

Love the video. More great ideas. Thanks for all you do. I know how hard it is to balance school and home. Some days I don't get home till 7:00. I tutor one of my students 3 days a week, then stay to get my planning, etc. done. Some days my husband just doesn't get how much time goes into teaching. You'd think after being married for almost 32 years, he'd get it. Lol Hang in there!! ❤️

[@ansleyayers785]

I just found her channel and I love you. You make me so happy. Everyday since I found your channel I watch it while i get ready for school Im in high school but you still inspire me for school. I know you may never ever read this but keep doing what you doing you may have bad days but just think you are making someone's day so much better everyday.

[@dannaparks656]

I did not send the Yankee Candle, but live 30 miles from Bossier City and the Boardwalk. I live in Minden, La. Worked for Bossier Parish for 6 years (4 grade math, science, and social studies, and also 5th grade math, science, and social studies) I finally had the courage to move to the district I live in. My school is literally 1.4 miles from my house!! Yankee candles are the best!!!

[@kimberlydriscoll3136]

I work at amazon.. and all of your “I got this from amazon” comments gives me job security... 😂😂😂

[@fromericaa]

Kimberly Driscoll Omg this comment is just encouraging me to buy more from prime!

[@msfantasy2013]

Omg... I'm a school counselor and I would love if Amazon would sponsor my students. I have 24 total

[@melissasmrz9648]

I love my Prime shipping, as a college student its a complete lifesaver! I'm glad it provides job security :)

[@mcg267]

Hubs works for Amazon too. I have ALWAYS loved Amazon, but even more so now.

[@jae-5775]

Kimberly Driscoll sure you do looking at your profile pic

[@abeth013]

Michelle I am such a night person too! Fortunately I can wake up semi early and still function but I struggle to get to bed before midnight.

[@pamsteckman698]

Year 14 = never easier. I am more stressed this year than any other year.... and it is my 8th year in the same grade. This this the nature of teaching. Fall always is the hardest! It will get better!

[@staceyedzwald5103]

Pamela Steckman agreed! It gets harder in different ways I think. The more you know and the longer you've taught, you are aware of different things in your classroom and school. Also, if you take on additional responsibilities. I teach at a small high school so teachers wear many hats-- clubs, coaches, committees etc. Sorry, Michelle! This probably doesn't help! Fall is the worst. And both you and Billy are adjusting to new jobs. It sounds like he has long days with his commute so I'm sure that doesn't help. Hang in there!!

[@pamsteckman698]

Stacey Edzwald I think Michelle is really learning (as I am still learning after 14 yrs) that our job never ends and we MUST make time for your family and friend relationships! Managing it all is so hard!

[@sunshine713727]

I had to pause the video and just stare at the sloth calendar! That is the CUTEST. :) sending you positive vibes, Michelle. ❤️

[@gratitudeeveryday3367]

Wonderful video, as a fellow teacher I hope that you have an awesome school year!

[@Countrycowgirl8403]

I have migraine headache real bad too and I decided to start my own daycare at in my home in Bowling Green, MO and I love working with kids. I love the storage box that you use in your classroom and I'm looking for the storage box for art boxes for my daycare kids.

[@allisontryon1016]

The best thing that I've ever done for myself is to separate my personal and professional life. Separate instagram/Pinterest etc for teaching stuff. I very,very,very rarely bring anything home. I intentionally plan 1 night a week to stay a bit later at school to prep. Yes there are times I wish I could do more or make things cuter or be planned further ahead however having that at home me time is totally worth it. It has made me a better teacher and a happier person. I really suggest making a list of all the things you do and cut out as many extras as you can!! Teacher burn out is real and as much as teachers love to do do do we also have to know when to stop for our own good!

[@TSRT]

It not easy when your new to a year group or work and it takes out of the already little time that you have. I've been having similar issues. You are good at what you do and will work it out. ❤ from London

[@jenniferberglund5856]

Love your VLOG! It's a great way for me to escape my crazy teacher life and see that I'm not alone. I LOVE your schedule cards with the circles and your number talk "cards" and I was hoping you would upload to TpT. I have not found the home/work balance wither (but I've been doing this for such a long time - it seems hopeless)... however, I am on a mission to really pare down some things and get more focused when I work. Anyway, keep doing what you're doing... it'll work itself out... at least you can relax more during breaks. Look forward to that right now! Take care!

[@evagrant9614]

i’m 14 and i’m genuinely obsessed with these videos 😂xx

[@SydneyFillinger]

Remind is great!!! It helps me reach out to all of my teachers!!! 10/10 would recommend!!!

[@icarlygirl213]

It would be really cool to have everyone send you post cards from where they are and then you can do something with your class with them and keep track of where all these are comming from! It would be cool to be able to get your students involved!

[@haleyferrell6024]

You help me out because this is my first year teaching third grade so thank you for everything.

[@josefaabdelnour2658]

My teachers would do our seating charts by the way you did but then they wrote on the names on the computer then displayed it on the smart board.

[@5superbine5]

I think you could put more ads on the video... it's really long like watching tv and it must take forever to edit and you'd deserve it :) I personally wouldn't mind

[@miabarrell1232]

Sabine Ihde I aggreeeeeeee

[@freshbloominclothing]

Sabine Ihde Yes! Great idea!

[@Lexpre23]

She deserves it so much!

[@camilasophiaa]

Sabine Ihde oh KZbin said you have to have 10k views

[@fromericaa]

Agreed!!

[@debramay3340]

It's a first year all over again. Teachers get it. Good Luck.

[@ryleyalexandra154]

GIRL YES I have that exact same sloth calendar and it’s my favourite thing. I can’t wait for January so I can put it up 🙈

[@PuttingFourthEffort]

i love that i am not the only one feeling all of these stresses right now. I am also working on school stuff because this is my first year teaching fourth grade math as well. i am also struggling to find the most efficient way to meet all of my students needs. AND i worry about not spending enough time with my boyfriend. luckily he understands. hopefully billy will too!

[@Livewithbartlett]

I literally get so excited every weekend because I know I'll see a new video from you! You are such an inspiration :)

[@Tayenmadsen]

Hopefully Billy understands with time and youre a teacher first. Itll get easier next year when your lessons are already planned from this year.

[@tinalevy1347]

You are so Amazing! Love watching your KZbin videos. When someone pays for whatever it maybe, here in Texas we call this "Pay it Forward" where you pay for someone who has been feeling overwhelmed or had a bad day or just because. I happened to be in line at a drive thru Star Bucks, low and behold the person behind me, did not know who they were paid for my frappe. What an Amazing feeling and so next time I did the same for someone else..

[@carlawatts6821]

Unfortunately it doesn't get easier. I have been teaching for 24 years and there is always something new to learn or a different challenge to take on. Hang in there--the rewards are worth it although they are not often tangible. I have never had another job that hasn't bored me to tears after the first year. It's a ton of work but I always make time for one guilty pleasure--you and your vlogs. I love you and your honesty. Wishing you the best in all things.

[@brandiwiggins5837]

Michelle, our math curriculum is the same way. My first year teaching it I really struggled with that, but I followed it with fidelity the second and actually saw it all come together! The number sense and connections that the students could make between concepts was awesome. Definitely deviate where you see fit, but it will come together! Good luck!!!

[@jessonalbaran8538]

YEY YEY YEY!!! Michelle, i’ve been waiting for this ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Tnx :)

[@chelsyealyssa]

Just wanted to say thank you for your videos. It is clear how much effort you put into them, as well as your channel. I look forward to them every week.

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

Thank you so much Chelsye! They definitely take a lot of effort but it is something I love doing! Best of luck to you in your first year of teaching! I'm sure you will love it as much as I do ❤️

[@chelsyealyssa]

Aww thank you so much for your reply and for your words of encouragement! :)

[@wichaluiiisa]

For the seating chart you can put it on the projector screen and and the kids can see where they sit when they come in.

[@tinabahena1254]

Oh my gosh you're so beautiful! Without make up and with make up 💜💜💜 I love your energy and you are just so inspirational. I think you're so smart and kind and I just want to be like you when I become a teacher 💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@brittanysmith4192]

Watching now! 💖

[@KRF439]

When you were showing the composition notebookI realized I had just learned about the 5 themes of geography last year! IT was in my 11th grade world history class! I don't know weather I should be impressed that your 4th graders are doing it, or embarrassed that I didn't learn it till 10th grade!

[@crystallopez2910]

Seeing how many tabs you have open makes me laugh... I do the same thing! People think I'm crazy for having so many.

[@mallorycusic3183]

People wear dresses and boats like that all the time! Super cute!

[@natasharachell3817]

Michelle, I'm so glad that you received your box of goodies! I can't wait for you to begin to explore some of the tools and resources! Maybe one day we can do a Google Hangout for your viewers going over some of them! Like a "Tech Tool/Resource of the Month Club" type thing! LOL . You are such an inspiration and I LOVE your videos! Glad that I could provide a little sunshine to your day and spread some techie-knowledge! As a fellow educator, I believe in passing the knowledge along! Keep up the great work!!! Also, I have another set of Plickers cards that we can totally raffle off to one of your viewers! Let me know if you're interested!

[@chanelbodden6085]

I totally understand how your feeling about balance work and spending time with your boyfriend. I work in private childcare center teaching Pre-kindergarten and believe me sometimes I don't get home until 7 or 8 pm plus my husband and I have 2 children. Your doing amazing and I love your channel💖💖💖

[@sydthekid69420]

That’s so cool! About that one letter, I’m 20, I was in college initially for nursing (so medical) and I just switched to elementary education ! Life twins girl

[@sydthekid69420]

Oh and I’m a military SO too (;

[@FunsizedStyle]

I absolutely love your P.O box unboxings! :)

[@martichandler8037]

My entire character ed/core value focus this year is mindfulness! I kind of love it because everyone has to be really quiet and relaxed lol!

[@zoiealger]

Remind is so awesome! A lot of my teachers use it, and my robotics coach uses it too. It helps parents remind their kids about tests, study sessions, and much more. My robotics coach uses it to remind us on practices, comps, and pictures. You should try, because if a kid forgets to do their homework, and their parents have remind, they have no excuse!

[@kurtcummins9067]

47:48 Do you know nancy sinatra these boots are made for walking?

[@mountaingalhomemaker4179]

ive had ppl do that the paying for my meal at a resturant because i have alopecia and ppl often assume i have cancer

[@tracy_in_primary]

I have a personal theory that it takes a full year to adjust to a new school - give yourself the space you need! I totally get that frustration of wanting to be more efficient and not managing the level efficiency you want or are used to, especially when you were used to things being more streamlined. I went from administration to learning assistant to teacher....I feel like a little kid who doesn't know anything. And I'm old (well...older than you)! I was used to doing my job by intuition! Thanks for another fantastic video. :)

[@fallonnn62]

I am loving your vlogs so much im on a marathon of your videos everyday x

[@marionharper3779]

I’m not sure how many fourth graders carry around phones (you could text directly to parents?), but I’m a high schooler and remind works great for us! Teachers have accounts to remind us about assignments/tests and when to bring specific materials to class. And fellow students who are club presidents use it to remind members of meeting and events. It’s a text alert system that’s free to use with an app. Most students just receive the texts, but users can also download the app to see a calendar that the teacher fills out with important dates.

[@Bellahlove]

Girl I feel you on being stressed. I teach 4th grade and being in a new district things are done so much differently than I'm used to. Plus I have the behavior issues. I keep asking when it's going to get easier too!

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Same. I never get to bed any early than midnight! My husband and I are both such night owls and have our side hustles in addition to teaching so...coffee!

[@honeydewgem543]

Michelle I totally understand re : Billy. My husband and I have this type of argument sometimes too. Right now I try to spend at least 30 mins as soon as I get home, instead of doing my school related work as soon as I get home. I plan for most of the week on Sundays so I have more time after school. Does it ever get easy? No...but you both learn to work together ! Hope this helps : )

[@carlidillard6279]

I’m in 6 grade and when I was younger I was wanting to be a teacher but now I started watching you and now I’m sure I want to be a teacher! Thank you so much you helped me figure this out I was wanting to figure this out soon so I would know by the time I went to high school and I’m in my first year of middle and and I already know!!!! Thank you sooooo much

[@jacquelinelopez7321]

Great video like always! Is it possible to see more of your science planning, I'm sure you have wonderful ideas, fun activities for your kiddos, thanks, and keep inspiring us all :)

[@kaylalawson669]

Your lip shade looks great on you!!!

[@sabah3695]

Heads up use Google docs and slide it is so easy it's better then power point

[@itsjada2692]

I love you so much your just a inspiration to me

[@TaraK172]

I'm a night owl too! I wash my hair at night so I can sleep in until 5 am . Have you ever tried washing your hair at night? I love teaching high school but I hate getting up so early.

[@aditijakkilinki9896]

Ahhh I'm so excited! I have the same gold, white, black folder!!

[@ItsKatKool]

The title is so fitting! It is Thanksgiving here in Canada this weekend.

[@elizabethmurphy9666]

I LOVE BINDER CLIPS. ( as well as most other office supplies 😜)

[@laurieg.3016]

I'm a sucker for magnets too!

[@Kiyoko_TheRat]

I just finished 4th grade last year and I have the best teacher ever shhh don't tell but she toldy dad that I'm her favorite💕

[@lindseyn.7284]

Also thank you for the rotation board! I just bought it. I needed something for my small groups.

[@stephaniejones1304]

I agree about the grades! I always go over the minimum requirement of grades. I just feel like it’s more fair.