It's almost August and, for the first time in a very long time, I am super excited to head back to work. Like, over the moon excited. It's not that I have ever dreaded going back to work per se. It usually has more to do with the fact that back to school marks the end of summer and that I don't get to spend as much downtime with the kids. But this year, it's different. I will be embarking on my second year as an AIM teacher and, based on the amazing outcomes of the past year, I know my FSL students will continue to flourish this year and that makes me incredibly eager to go back to work right now and start making preparations. Crazy, right? In addition, our vice principal has ordered a variety of robots and micro:bits, so I am really looking forward to incorporating more coding and programming, as well as collaborating with colleagues. And of course, back to school also marks a special time for us teachers, which is why I'm sharing my yearly TSA (Teacher Service Announcement). 

Staples Teacher Appreciation Days are back! Save 15% on most in-store purchases on August 24, 25, and September 1 and 8, as well as 10% on technology purchases. Plus, you will also receive a free gift but I suggest going early as there will be limited quantities. Can't make it out on any of those days? Fret not. You can still save 10% on any day from August 20 to September 9 (excluding technology). Don't forget to sign up for the Teacher Appreciation Email Program for special offers, promotions and updates on teacher-related events.

And while we're at it, check out the Staples Blog and read up on some of my previously published articles. There's one with photo evidence of when I had really short hair. I know! What was I thinking?