Fabulous Army Life

My mother spent 26 years dedicating her life to the education and fulfillment of students in public schools.  She loved them and cared for them, and she taught them, too.  Her motivation was finding the best in each individual child and ensuring that each student reached their fullest potential.  Her classroom was a bright, happy, safe place to learn and her students flourished under her care.  I grew up admiring her constant energy and devotion and love for children.  These are a couple of poems written by this marvelous woman, amazing mother, and exception educator.  Enjoy! Make My Day No two children are exactly the same, No two children have exactly the same name. No two children learn in the same way, But every child can make your day. ~ Gilda Leigh Warlick Look at the Heart Look past the problem and into his heart. Look to his feelings to start doing your part. How do you know what he's been through that morning? Maybe it's your ca...

Trey reached a major milestone in his life today, graduating from the 5th grade, ready and prepared for the joys and challenges of middle school. He started at Mountain View Elementary School in Kindergarten and completed all six years at the same school. Quite a feat in our Army community! Here's HUGS and huge thank yous to the teachers who taught, led, guided, cared for, loved, and encouraged my boy through these years ... Mrs. Atkisson Mrs. Hagey Mrs. Stork Mrs. Mellberg Mrs. Cameron Mrs. Vangroll Mrs. Griffith Mrs. Hill You will always have a special place in our hearts (and a special place in heaven!) for your patience, kindess, and concern for these students. Thank you! Trey receives his Elementary School diploma. My baby is going to Middle School next year! Trey with Mrs. Griffith, his wonderful 5th grade teacher. Trey with Mrs. Varljen, his principal for the past six years. Proud grandparents! I sure do love this boy!

My military kids heading back to school Dear Professional Educators, For most kids, Back to School means school supplies, new shoes, and a reluctant farewell to the lazy days of summer. For military kids, it might be a bit more complicated. If you have military kids in your classroom, this letter is just for you! On the first day of school, many of our military kids will be attending yet another new school. They will have to learn new rules and procedures, introduce themselves to new friends, and try to find their place in a world that is brand-new to them. Remember that they may have just moved into the area, leaving behind close friends and familiar surroundings. It could be that they are still living out of boxes since their family’s household goods were delivered the day before. Or they might be the ones who stayed in their home while their closest friends moved on to a new installation in another state. Thank you for providing them a comfortable, safe place at school to l...

PHOTO: My military kid heading off to his first day of school. Dear Professional Educators, For most kids, Back to School means school supplies, new shoes, and a reluctant farewell to the lazy days of summer. For military kids, it might be a bit more complicated. If you have military kids in your classroom, this letter is just for you! On the first day of school, many of our military kids will be attending yet another new school. They will have to learn new rules and procedures, introduce themselves to new friends, and try to find their place in a world that is brand-new to them. Remember that they may have just moved into the area, leaving behind close friends and familiar surroundings. It could be that they are still living out of boxes since their family’s household goods were delivered the day before. Or they might be the ones who stayed in their home while their closest friends moved on to a new installation in another state. Thank you for providing them a comfortable, safe...