The Morning Show
Natalie auditioned to be on the schools morning show. She could hardly contain herself when she found out she was one of the kids selected. The set up is pretty […]
Thasya: Power of Presuming Competence
Fantastic example of inclusion. This is what happens in a supported classroom. Research consistently shows that ALL children benefit. This is what happens when society embraces the concept that a persons appearance or speech does not define their ability to learn. We should presume that All people are competent and capable.
Tori’s New Blog
Victoria decided to start a new blog today. http://www.Onejourneyofgrace.blogspot.com. As I read it I was so touched by her honesty in the way she described her struggle with stepping into […]
Martin Luther King – I Have a Dream on August 28, 1963
In Honor of the Anniversary of the I have a Dream speech.
First Days
Well, school has started. Saying goodbye to summer is so hard for me. I love throwing our hectic routines out the door for 3 wonderful months. Having hours of quiet mornings […]
She’s feeling 21!
My firstborn baby turned 21 today. How ridiculously crazy is that! I know people always say “it goes so fast!” It does! Too fast. If I allowed myself I could […]
Glazer Museum
My cousin Tabitha and I decided to take the kids to Glazer Children’s Museum for their back to school expo. The kids had a great time acting in the theatrical room, […]
Are You Ready for some Football!!!
This is the first year Kobe is able to play tackle football. He is so excited to be able to hit people and not get in trouble. Should I be […]
Who Needs Rescued?
I love a theme party. I am always trying to find a reason to have one. Birthdays are my outlet! I found the cutest ideas for a super hero party […]
Sweet 16!
Jordan has not wanted a birthday party since he turned 10. He preferred getting more money or bigger presents and forgoing the party. (My wonderful introvert) This year he gave me […]
Inclusion
Tres and I spoke at a recent school board meeting about Inclusion. The current district that we live in typically has separate classrooms for children with disabilities. Tres has had […]
Stepping into Advocacy
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Biggest 4th Bash Ever!
Our fourth of July celebration topped the cake as our biggest and best. We had Mo’s coworkers over, my good friend Nicole and her daughters, our neighbors and my cousins Tab, […]
Surprise Tres Party!
Tres second hospitalization for a pneumothorax hit him very hard emotionally and physically. He was tired, anxious and drained from 3 weeks of overwhelming obstacles. Normally he has this amazingly […]
Wampler’s Ascent Official Trailer
Beyond Inspirational! His story will change your perspective on the definition of hard work and dedication.
A Tribe Called Whitlock 