by Jessica Madenford | Sep 11, 2022 | Stepping Out of The Classroom
Dear Diary, There. I said it. I’m bored. As an art teacher, I feel bored. I’m teaching everyone else how to be creative throughout the day and it leaves no time for my own creativity. Creatively speaking, I’m bored. That’s just the beginning....
by Jessica Madenford | Sep 4, 2022 | Stepping Out of The Classroom
Dear Diary, In the spring of 2021, I sat at a desk of one of my three schools and Googled the question, “What can teachers do outside of the classroom with a teaching certificate?” Okay, it may not have been word-for-word that question. But it was pretty...
by Jessica Madenford | Nov 12, 2021 | Life's Journey, Stepping Out of The Classroom
Week 10 Dear Diary, I imagined that when my mom passed away, I would be filled with the grief of what could have been, that could not happen on earth. In the fleeting moments after learning of her death, that was exactly what happened. Walking with care, my colleague...
by Jessica Madenford | Oct 3, 2021 | Stepping Out of The Classroom
Week 5 Dear Diary, I am trusting in the process, which is easier said than done. Clarity for my future has brought excitement and an eagerness to spring forward to the next chapter of my journey. To be honest, I am impatient. I am ready to add value to the lives of...
by Jessica Madenford | Sep 19, 2021 | Stepping Out of The Classroom
Week 3 Dear Diary, Rewriting my why has been challenging. So many questions float around my mind for consideration. Should I develop a temporary why for the time being? Should the why be for my teaching career? Should it be for my personal life? Should I brainstorm my...
by Jessica Madenford | Sep 5, 2021 | Stepping Out of The Classroom
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com The week before school began. Dear Diary, My mind, body, and soul are on fire, in turmoil, and confusion. The week was a whirlwind of both exciting opportunity and disheartening moments. Doors opened and some have closed. Catching a...
