TOY Story: A Journey of Growth, Gratitude, and Belief

"Believing you’re enough changes everything." We live in a glass bowl world. Every move, post, and thought is visible through social media, where comparisons are constant — either by others or by ourselves. We wonder: Is it good enough? Creative enough? Original enough? Sometimes, there’s instant gratification — likes, comments, affirmations. Other times, silence leaves …

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Strategies to Improve Your Teacher of the Year Awards

As a past recipient of Teacher of the Year (TOY) awards, it's easy for me to say that teachers don't go into the teaching profession looking for rewards. That said, it's a wonderfully gratifying feeling when we ARE acknowledged by our peers for our efforts. I'm a teacher that has attended many conferences, values online …

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