Women in Education & Teaching

I'm currently a 1:1 student aide working in a school district with budget cuts. I got hired in late June, 2023 , but have 10 years experience as a paraprofessional for different districts. I don&… more

Happy Easter, ladies! May you have a peaceful day with beautiful memories made!

Last day of Spring Break!😭. Now, I'm moving on to the end of the school year activities! Banquets, Drama Club Musical, Field Day, state testing, track season...Geeeesh...tired already? How did y… more

I hope everyone has had a nice, sunny Saturday. It was nice and warm today. Had a birthday party. Now I am meal prepping for the dog for next week, and then going to rest before getting my shower and… more

Anyone successfully switched districts for a significant pay raise? Weighing my options...

What is your Friday night routine? Crash or hyped? Whichever it is, enjoy every single second. Monday's on the way!

What is your classroom policy about how your students treat Substitute Teachers? My policy is if I get a good report from the sub, the class gets a 10-minute fun activity, but if I get a bad report, … more

Faculty meetings... how frequent and for how long are yours?

I know it is Spring Break, but I went in today to work on decorations for our upcoming Masquerade Ball. I almost feel guilty, but I know I will be overwhelmed if I don't get some things done befo… more

Do you give bonus points to your students? What are the qualifications for students to receive bonus points? I give bonus points for excellence in presentation, exceeding my expectations, and timely… more

Tomorrow is Good Friday, a holiday for most educators. I hope you have had a good short week and take a minute just for you! My self care item of the day will be an afternoon nap!

"My kid would NEVER" parents = instant headache. Any strategies for dealing with denial?

Do you have Good Friday off? What are your plans for the holiday weekend? This will be our last break of the year, so I am trying g to make the most of it!

Okay, let's settle this: Is using emojis in professional emails acceptable or cringe?

Well, I guess I am hungry or something...but I wanted to share with you something that our school implemented this year. Each team is assigned two days a week to eat with the kids. Our team eats wit… more

How much money do you get for your classroom or supplies each school year??

Does your school use PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention System)? Does it work?

Do you ever eat school lunch? What is your opinion? I rarely do, but I do go to purchase the Izzy Blackberry drinks. What's your favorite school lunch from the cafeteria?

Has anyone heard about Ron Ron Clark Academy in Georgia? Does anyone's school use the House System that RCA uses? If so, what has the experience been like? Our school is planning to use the House… more

What would you get a Master's in? If you could get it in anything you want?

Side hustles that actually make decent $ for teachers? Beyond the usual tutoring.

I know this isn't education related, but can you keep my family in your thoughts and prayers today. We are at the ER with my husband with his heart issues.

Anyone started counting down the days left yet?

What is the longest you have worked on one campus? How did you know it was a time for a change?

What is your favorite novel to read with students or to do as a read aloud?

Best vacation you’ve ever been on?

Would you rather teach at a private, charter, or public school? Can you tell me why?

When a student emails you 'Hey' with no greeting...is that the norm now or am I just old?

This is great! I'm not sure if this is my seasonal allergies kicking in or if it is that blasted cold so many if the kids were suffering with last week. Scratchy throat, burning eyes, sneezing, ac… more

When is your Spring Break? Is this your last break until the end of the year?

Share a goal or dream you're working towards and what steps you're taking to achieve it.

Drink some water gals, and get some sleep because tomorrow is a new day! It is the last Monday in March and you can conquer it!

What is your take on AI in the classroom? Have you set guidelines for what is acceptable in your class?

Hey there, ladies! My solidarity sisters, my sisters in arms, tell me one thing you will do for you this week!

What do you feel the biggest challenges women who work in education are facing today?

Anyone else on Spring Break? Are you taking it easy or working on projects? Whichever you choose-enjoy every moment!

Educators from a religious background. My 5th graders want to talk about church, baptisms, and Jesus in class. I am always having to redirect those conversations, but now I am curious how you have dea… more

Sabotage Saturday... anyone else sabotage their productivity on Saturday? The cheesy saying "fail to plan, plan to fail" has me thinking about how I let the stress and overwhelm from the sch… more