Hi Edufriends! I would always navigate this space with my teacher hat on! I remain reflective and ask myself how can I support more educators? It is that reminder that we are not in this alone. Essential Workers Educators, this one’s for you. Across the country, budget cuts and funding freezes are making it harder for teachers to access meaningful professional learning. But growth can’t stop here. I am offering a redo of my most popular sessions presented at large conferences and educational...

Hi Edufriends, We are thrilled to invite you to the Fall 2025 Gathering hosted by The Educator Collaborative—a FREE K–12 Literacy Conference taking place Saturday, September 20th. At 11:00 AM EST, join Dr. Towanda Harris and Nita Creekmore for an energizing session: Independent Reading: Deepens Student Engagement & Transforms Classrooms In this interactive session, you’ll discover practical strategies to: Foster authentic student choice and voice in reading Build engagement through...

Hi Edufriends! Every school year brings new challenges, but what stays the same? Your heart for students. Your creativity. Your desire to do it better, differently—even if you’re tired. This is a first! I created the Right Tools Teacher Cohort—a space for educators to recharge and reflect together. Here’s what we’re covering: ✔️ Adapting curriculum to spark curiosity ✔️ Using AI tools to plan and differentiate ✔️ Free/low-lift resources to reignite reading ✔️ Writing routines that build skill...