Michael Dennis6 days ago5 minThe Kingdom in the ClassroomIt is because I know that you don’t hear this nearly enough that I begin this blog with the words, “thank you.” In a world that is...
Dr. Jackie MinorMay 155 minKeeping it RealThis week did not start well for me. I had a full day planned Monday in preparation for two weeks away from home. My early morning...
Dr. Jackie MinorMay 84 minMake May Merry!I’m not going to mince words. I love May! I know many educators are running on fumes, but for most May represents the beginning of the...
Dr. Jackie MinorMay 15 minMake the Most of Teacher Appreciation Week! Teacher Appreciation Week comes once a year. Isn’t it interesting it is usually in the last month of school? May is the month many need a...
Dr. Jackie MinorApr 246 minA STEP OF FAITH: Detours not Dead EndsPart I. Today is a big day for me, and I am a bit nervous. I’ll explain later after I provide some context. In February we conducted our...
Dr. Jackie MinorApr 173 minBECAUSE HE LIVES! Because He lives, I can face tomorrow. Because He lives, All fear is gone. Because I know He holds the future. Life is worth the living...
Dr. Jackie MinorApr 104 minBunnies, Eggs, and Jesus!I’m sure you have noticed bunnies and eggs everywhere recently. Indoor and outdoor decorations, candy, chocolate – all in the form of...
Dr. Jackie MinorApr 34 minThe Power to Grow OnHave you blossomed yet? Last week’s blog encouraged us to spring forth and blossom as we walk by faith and not by sight. Some of you may...
Dr. Jackie MinorMar 273 minTWO YEARS LATER: Spring Forth and Blossom!It was exactly two years ago when the world as we knew it came to a screeching halt. One day I was working with a group of teachers in...
Dr. Jackie MinorMar 205 minA Trip to the Principal’s OfficeSome encounters stick with you and forever alter your perspective. Such is the case with Michael. It was a sunny spring afternoon when...
Dr. Jackie MinorMar 135 minDO I HAVE TO TAKE THE TEST? Whether we like it or not, testing season is right around the corner! I wish I had a dollar for every time I heard the question, “Do we...
Dr. Jackie MinorMar 65 minGive Your Best and Let God Do the Rest : Avoid the Pitfalls of PerfectionismIf you’re an educator, you might be a little obsessed with doing things right. Wanting to do things well is a good thing. In fact, doing...
Keisha HillFeb 275 minMore Than A DietJabez cried out to the God of Israel, “Oh, that You would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from...
Dr. Jackie MinorFeb 205 minLOVE IN ACTIONDear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions. 1 John 3:18 Talking about, reading...
Dr. Jackie MinorFeb 135 minFirst LoveValentine’s Day is tomorrow, and love is in the air! Do you remember your first love? Thinking of our first love transports many of us...
Dr. Jackie MinorFeb 64 minHold onto TruthPilate said, “So you are a king?” Jesus responded, “You say I am a king. Actually, I was born and came into the world to testify to the...
Dr. Jackie MinorJan 305 minLook Behind Their EyesWhat do you see when you look into the eyes of your students? Joy? Excitement? Wonder? Despair? Loneliness? Anger? Many believe our kids...
Dr. Jackie MinorJan 235 minIt's Time to Pray! I think it is safe to say that 2022 isn’t panning out as anyone thought it would. As the pandemic rages on and schools struggle to stay...
Dr. Jackie MinorJan 167 minLIVE LIFE EXPECTANTLY: Expect God to Be God! This week’s blog is inspired by a good friend and fellow victorious educator, Lindsey Nelson. With her permission, I want to share with...
Dr. Jackie MinorJan 94 minPRIVILEGE NOT PUNISHMENT: Perspective Changes Everything! Each new year brings with it new resolutions, different goals, and special terms to encourage and challenge us. Social media feeds are...