The Calling I Could Not Ignore: How Losing a Job Led Me to the Classroom
There are moments in life when everything seems to fall apart at the same time. I have lived through those moments more than once. Losing a job is never easy, and when it happens in law enforcement the weight feels even heavier. Your work becomes part of your identity. Your uniform, your badge, and your […]
Preparing Young Readers for 3rd Grade Success: What Every Parent Should Know
As a former teacher and a lifelong learner, I have seen firsthand how early reading skills shape a child’s future. Parents often hear that third grade is an important turning point, but many do not fully understand why. In the early years, children spend their time learning how to read. By the time they reach […]