Wednesday, March 11, 2020


Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Choir Concert

Kailei had another one of her choir concerts today.  Grammy and Poppy came and we are always so grateful to have them there supporting her.  She did a great job as usual.  Love that music fills her soul. 


Saturday, March 7, 2020

National Association of Esports Coaches and Directors

So, I've been in over my head with regard to esports this year.  I have no idea what I'm doing so the learning curve is high.  That said, I know I've provided a place for students who typically have not had one.

I was fortunate to be able to attend the NAECAD conference this weekend and loved it.  Esports is new for everyone so I was happy to be there learning.  I have a vision for the future now and
I hope it will come to fruition one day. 


A Text from Kailei


Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Saturday, February 29, 2020

The CREATE Expo

So seven years ago I had a brainstorm and the Creative Engineering and Technology Expo was born.  It was an event that I facilitated with a student committee that brought in elementary students from the surrounding area. The goal was to expose them to STEM related subjects, introduce them to Engineering department and have our high schoolers produce something fun for the community.

There are events that students participate in that require them to guild things ahead of time, there are events on site and there is a hallway full of activities.  We often have loads of door prizes, students get a goodie bag and the whole event is free.

It is a ton of work.  Each year I think it is like giving birth in that it is so much work, but after it is over it was so worth the time and effort. 

This however was my last year.  We always get great feedback, but it consumes my life for entirely too long and actually is just something I've done on the side.  Not part of my job description at all.  The girls and Zeb have always been supportive and are sad to see it end, but they understand.  I will miss it I'm sure but I can't say that a huge weight was lifted off my shoulder when I decided it was to be my last event. 

Thursday, February 27, 2020

Just Chillin'