Work SMARTER, not Harder

I grew up in a family business located in the MidWest. Often, I heard the phrase above from my father as we worked non-stop in the summer and after school. Naturally, this has followed me through any work I do - career, volunteer, or home. My hope is any student will see this in my class and begin to consider how to work efficiently. 

Teaching Passion

The next generation is fun! The ideas, enthusiasm, and hope students have (yes, I am talking about teenagers). They need a place to be their best self, explore the world, and have boundaries. Literature allows students to consider their ideas and challenge their perspectives. Meanwhile, the boundaries are designed for students to respect one another. My one classroom rule is simple - I respect you, you respect me.