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2016 Virginia State Teacher of the Year. Blog Contributor @NWEA. Consulting Teacher at @Responsiveclass. NBCT. Lifelong learner. Tweets are my own.

Virginia, USA
Joined August 2015
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We had a blast sharing our co-teaching journey at #VASCD2022 this morning. Now we can sit back and enjoy the rest of this amazing conference! @westsalem1
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Team MutchyFunk (as reported by @NDF81) shares their successes, missteps, and lessons learned from their first year of co-teaching. Hear how they divide & conquer, share joy, and grow together: nwea.us/32x0yHJ
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One of things I am especially thankful for this year is the special bond I share with my co-teacher Liz. I have had a hard time the last few years coming up with content for the blog, and this one just flowed out of me...@westsalem1 @SalemVaSchools nwea.org/blog/2021/5-keys-to…
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During the pandemic, my former student teacher Laura found ways to make learning fun…check out the dinosaur! @CFPExtraYard, I’d like shout them out on the #BigDayforTeachers for doing an incredible job supporting students, educators & families.  #CFPExtraYard
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Teachers have adapted and changed so much this year. In my latest blog post I talk about 6 of those changes I plan to keep around. @westsalem1 @SalemVaSchools
"Move forward, but look back." Elementary teacher @NDF81 reflects on the pandemic practices she'll be keeping in her post-pandemic classroom. nwea.us/3yfZvY9
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This was so much fun!!
Our West Salem Third Grade Cardinals had an amazing time on Market Day showing off their knowledge of business skills and concepts. Check them out! Mrs. DiFusco-Funk and Mrs. Mutcheson were so proud of their young entrepreneurs! #cardinalstrong #beacardinal @NDF81
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I’m getting excited for the summer!! Who’s going to join me on their RC journey!?!?
We’re getting ready for you! We have four-day courses specially designed for middle school teachers and our presenters are getting ready to work with you! Find a location and dates that work for you! bit.ly/3wfbNyC
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I had first day of school vibes as my two cohorts merged into one! I threw on a “first day of school dress” and we spent a great deal of time reviewing routines and establishing modified ones with our new class size! Boy was I happy to see my kids! @westsalem1 @responsiveclass
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So proud of my friend and colleague!!
Congratulations to @Crewmeg22 for being celebrated by @VASCD as an "Impact Award" winner highlighting the significance of her instructional leadership and influence in @westsalem1, in @SalemVaSchools and beyond...throughout the region and the state! @NDF81
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Congratulations to @Crewmeg22 for being celebrated by @VASCD as an "Impact Award" winner highlighting the significance of her instructional leadership and influence in @westsalem1, in @SalemVaSchools and beyond...throughout the region and the state! @NDF81
Replying to @Crewmeg22
@Crewmeg22, Teacher and Instructional Coach @SalemVaSchools, is a natural leader whose influence goes far beyond her own classroom. Congratulations on your VASCD Impact Award!
We’re excited to start the “One School One Book” program at our house tonight! #beacardinal @westsalem1 @SalemVaSchools
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So excited that our faculty and staff members had the opportunity to take part in this amazing event today! It provides hope for all of us as we work together to protect and serve our beloved community. @AmandaGGibson1 @NDF81 #beacardinal #cardinalstrong ❤
Educators from #SalemVA took part in today's massive vaccination effort at the @BerglundCtr Special thanks to @VDHgov & @CarilionClinic for hosting such a well-organized event. 2,000 vaccines were delivered to teachers and staffers from throughout the valley! @westsalem1 @wsls
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Ready for day 2 of @VASCD! It’s become a yearly boost of energy for @Crewmeg22 and I to attend this conference, and even though we’re in an office space spread out and not in Williamsburg, we’re loving every moment! @SalemVaSchools @westsalem1
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Creative kids, appreciative families, and supportive colleagues: here's one teacher's list of antidotes for an exhausting year (no toxic positivity allowed!) #edchat nwea.us/2T8viGX
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I love writing blogs for @NWEA & wasn’t sure I‘d have much to share this year, which made me quite sad - especially since I consider myself an optimist.  I have always found reflection to be one of the best ways to move forward, and reflection led me to...nwea.org/blog/2020/4-teachin…
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Replying to @NDF81
@NDF81 and I continue to advocate for #studentvoice. Join us! @scs #studentled publications.catstonepress.c…?
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The @VASCD Journal has been published and includes an article by @SalemVaSchools teacher-leaders @NDF81 and @Crewmeg22! Huge Kudos to Editor Extraordinaire, @emc7x for another amazing publication! publications.catstonepress.c…?
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