I know it sounds silly, but I am a little nervous to be underdoing my principal's evaluation today! I am pretty experienced at this point, but I have a new principal, so I keep imagining worst-cas… more

Does your school district offer bereavement on miscarriages? Apparently mine does! Up to 5 days. It's been a huge blessing for me to recover from some physical and emotional pain. I think I'll… more

How does one keep going? I was so happy to be returning to work this week pregnant with my third, but last night I miscarried. Now I feel stuck in this emotionally draining crisis... I have no energy … more

For New Years I made a resolution to be patient with some of my students that I sometimes struggle with. What goals or resolutions did you make for 2025?

It has been a wild couple of days! We got SO sick the day after Christmas and just now finally coming out of it. Did not picture my break looking like this... but at least I have a few days left to ho… more

I saw this story in a newsletter I read and wanted to share! It really made my night. The students we teach are so precious.

"I'm a teacher, and it always makes me smile when I'm thought of during the… more

I made Christmas crafts with some students before the break with some speech exercises to practice over the holidays. My husband is now telling me that I maybe went too far and that kids shouldn't… more

Can't believe 1 week of my break is pretty much over... what are some relaxing things you are all doing to take advantage of this season?

Well, hopefully we have all made it to Christmas Break mentally in one piece 😂 I hope everyone takes some time to unwind and enjoy the holidays! You deserve it 💖🎄

This doesn't directly relate to SpEd but it somewhat relates. I have been thinking of getting a cat. I have no idea why, as I've never been much of an animal person. I've heard cats can be… more

Do you receive Christmas or end-of-year gifts from your students? How do you feel about it?

No Snow ❄️ Days yet here in Utah! Usually by now we've had at least one. Any snow days where you are at?

If fate granted you one Christmas wish this season, what would it be and why?

Another mass school shooting- parochial school. How the are these children getting the guns? Last yr we had an 8th grade student bring in a loaded gun. It was in his backpack/in his locker. His plan was to … more

Who out there have challenges at home, above and beyond the typical difficulties, which make balancing home, personal and work time extra difficult? I'm talking about children with disabilities, family member… more

I had a speech consultation with some parents today. I'm not sure how to explain this, but they were a little... slow. I don't want to be too mean or judgmental, but a 25-minute meeting turned… more

Do we think the rising generation is passionate about educating and taking care of those less fortunate than themselves? I've seen a few posts now where there is a lot of talk about now being able… more

I saw this statement in another bowl: "You have not worked until you have worked as a teacher the last two weeks of December." True or False?

How is your confidence level at work? What affects it? Sometimes, I feel like my Master's Degree really helped prepare me for my field and that I know my stuff. Other times, I feel like I am an im… more

I didn’t know where else to post this. I’m wondering how many universities or colleges in general offer this kind of tuition free help?

University of Michigan expanding Go Blue Guarantee to families making 125… more

So I had a great experience hosting a Christmas party for all of my speech students today. I asked parents beforehand to try and make sure their children were present at school today, and out of 45+ s… more

Is it too bold to ask, "What would make me not want to work here?" when in a hiring interview with a district or school? I had a friend ask that in an interview recently and she wasn't i… more

Kids are starting to get excited for Christmas. It's getting slightly more challenging to get all of my minutes. Appointments and sessions are getting harder to keep because there has been a sligh… more

I saw someone post in another bowl that they feel like younger, more attractive looking teachers are viewed in a more positive light and that because of this they are seen as better educators. I perso… more

So I may or may not have taken a sick day today to extend my break (I was feeling a bit sick but nothing I haven't worked through in the past). Looking forward to getting back to it tomorrow and p… more

Here a day late but I am super grateful for my profession and for the students I get to teach. My career as an SLP is a big part of my life and I'm so grateful for mentors, coworkers, family, and … more

It was a pleasant day off today - super glad I get today, Thurs, and Fri off this week to recharge a little. Is there anyone that gets the whole week off for Thanksgiving? I feel like my students woul… more

Does anyone else just get tired of the monotony of prepping meals, eating, then rinse and repeat? I just don't have the time but I also know that I am not paying $5 for some crappy cafeteria food … more

I got home from work today only to find out my kid hit another kid in his preschool class today. Sometimes I feel guilty for being a working Mom... I feel like if I was home this would not have happen… more

I have a friend that wants to work in SpEd. They aren't really sure what they want to do specifically yet, but they fear that they won't be able to handle it due to being introverted. I feel l… more