What is a quote you've heard from veteran teachers about coping with the diverse needs of students in your classroom that fueled your determination to find a better way? For me, it was being told to "teach to the middle". That fired me up! The attitude that you should not expect to be able to teach all of your students infuriated me. Why do any job half way? That just wasn't good enough for me. Although that attitude upset me, it did give me the motivation to do better, learn more, and find better ways to serve my students. What "advice" sparked your desire to do better for kids?

Here in Kansas City, it's conference season. Classroom teachers, what worked best for you to get parents actively involved in following through on action plans for their children's improvement?

I would love to share some practice that easy to do at home in the small spaces of time that help with reading. Like creating words on the fridge while cooking dinner. What are some parent+child friendly activiites I could share with my parents to work on at home? Give me your best hacks!