# data[].attributes.headline
worked on rock painting. then house projects, and began walking the dog more  during lock down since that was allowed. 

# data[].attributes.subject
worked on rock painting. then house projects, and began walking the dog more  during lock down since that was allowed. 

# data[].attributes.body
But seriously, though - we've had to completely reinvent our job 3 times this year (initial closure teaching spring 2020, fully remote teaching fall 2020, hybrid teaching spring 2021). I'm so grateful so many of us at Cascade stuck it out and will be here in the fall 💜

# data[].attributes.body
Difficulties breathing at times; glasses stay fogged, and its hard to know students faces.

# data[].attributes.headline
Working out and having a set time to exercise. Helps clear the mind and doesn't take a lot of thought.

# data[].attributes.subject
Working out and having a set time to exercise. Helps clear the mind and doesn't take a lot of thought.

# data[].attributes.body
This year has flown by and feeling ready for more of a return to normalcy

# data[].attributes.body
Thanks Science team for sharing this site with us! BTW: They just launched a new game mode that's 2nd best to Gold Quest.

# data[].attributes.body
We saw dedication and resilience from many students and we also saw so many challenges and responsibilities that face our students at home---you can see how important it is for them to have a space to learn & grow, in-person, at Cascade.

# data[].attributes.body
So much to get done this summer! There's no coasting; the world and I have to relentlessly iterate and progress now; that's clearer than ever. Immediately that means getting a job and moving toward monetizing my novel IP. But there is just so much to do; I don't know how vacationy I can be in the medium term.

# data[].attributes.body
Go hard at the beginning, and finish strong.

# data[].attributes.headline
I learned that my ears hurt within a half hour of wearing a mask, so I discovered a neck extender and now I can wear them all day if need be. 

# data[].attributes.subject
I learned that my ears hurt within a half hour of wearing a mask, so I discovered a neck extender and now I can wear them all day if need be. 

# data[].attributes.body
Really makes me question what I'm going to eat for lunch that day.

# data[].attributes.body
I built about 6 new units that I can use whether in pandemic or in person. Like any first try, they can be better--but I'm excited about laying the ground work.

# data[].attributes.headline
Spending time outdoors. I got to see SO many new things & explore amazing trails. Nature heals the soul.

# data[].attributes.subject
Spending time outdoors. I got to see SO many new things & explore amazing trails. Nature heals the soul.

# data[].attributes.headline
How important it is to take a step back and perhaps just drop a lesson for the day because of what may be going on behind the screen and in the lives of our estudiantes.

# data[].attributes.subject
How important it is to take a step back and perhaps just drop a lesson for the day because of what may be going on behind the screen and in the lives of our estudiantes.

# data[].attributes.body
Learning Yoga and daily class exercising has taken the edge off. I see the finish line and I am going for it.

# data[].attributes.headline
Discovering things around my neighborhood on walks!  I never really ventured out with that purpose before.  Now I love walking around the area, talking to my neighbors.

# data[].attributes.subject
Discovering things around my neighborhood on walks!  I never really ventured out with that purpose before.  Now I love walking around the area, talking to my neighbors.

# data[].attributes.body
Which is an odd thing to say in June but I think this has kind of put a bubble around me that's pleasant sometimes and worrying at other times. Like I don't go to all the political meetings I used to, which was a big part of my community, and I live in a beautiful, quiet part of Cap Hill that's calming but also really ratchets up my relative deprivation. Realizing I'm halfway through my thirties and well behind where I wanted to be has been a challenge to my Stoic outlook, but a welcome one I guess.

# data[].attributes.body
Especially with this year being online again, I've felt even more the need and importance for relationship building and connection.

# data[].attributes.headline
Movement breaks are super important during class.

# data[].attributes.subject
Movement breaks are super important during class.

# data[].attributes.body
Not just for students, but for staff too.

# data[].attributes.body
I don't always feel like I am my best self professionally or at home but I feel like I've stretched and grown in many ways that will become apparent as time goes on.

# data[].attributes.body
I hope that our staff each takes intentional time this summer for the things outside of school and work that fuel you.

# data[].attributes.headline
SEL and relationships matter before the lessons. 

# data[].attributes.subject
SEL and relationships matter before the lessons. 

# data[].attributes.headline
Kids were pretty amazing sitting there so long without complaining. Kudos to them!!!

# data[].attributes.subject
Kids were pretty amazing sitting there so long without complaining. Kudos to them!!!

# data[].attributes.headline
Highs & Lows. I feel like I finally found a good work/life balance, and I hope that I can find it again in the fall when we transition to being fully in-person. (although I probably shouldn't be thinking that far ahead)

# data[].attributes.subject
Highs & Lows. I feel like I finally found a good work/life balance, and I hope that I can find it again in the fall when we transition to being fully in-person. (although I probably shouldn't be thinking that far ahead)

# data[].attributes.body
Down on myself for bad habits I've picked up during the pandemic, like staying up too late & watching too much TV

# data[].attributes.headline
Time for self-work and growth, building and maintaining deep relationships and connections, slowing down

# data[].attributes.subject
Time for self-work and growth, building and maintaining deep relationships and connections, slowing down

# data[].attributes.headline
Will be checking further  during the summer.

# data[].attributes.subject
Will be checking further  during the summer.

# data[].attributes.body
i need time for reflexion.

# data[].attributes.body
I took a few masking tips from Butler and now I'm matching a bit more. I'm digging my dressing style this year a bit more! Thanks, Butler!

# data[].attributes.body
Honoring the beauty of being present and trusting I have all that it takes to heal.

# data[].attributes.headline
More emphasis and need to rest and recharge v. plan for next year

# data[].attributes.subject
More emphasis and need to rest and recharge v. plan for next year

# data[].attributes.headline
Daring to dream about foreign travel again.

# data[].attributes.subject
Daring to dream about foreign travel again.

# data[].attributes.body
Don't feel bad for needing to set boundaries, prioritizing yourself, asking for help, and taking space away from this profession when needed.

# data[].attributes.headline
How much our students have been so resilient. Also how much I’ve been able to connect to students online even when I have never seen their face!

# data[].attributes.subject
How much our students have been so resilient. Also how much I’ve been able to connect to students online even when I have never seen their face!

# data[].attributes.body
Everything moves more slowly during remote learning because of tech issues, etc. but I think that this has helped me think about how I need to pare down my lessons and focus in on a few key ideas. Going deep instead of trying to do all the things.

# data[].attributes.headline
Did we ever really need that much paper?

# data[].attributes.subject
Did we ever really need that much paper?

# data[].attributes.body
I think not... in the future I think paper will be a special creativity tool, not for average tasks. Like how you don't read every BuzzFeed article in print or listen to every new single on vinyl; you save those for the good novels and heavy-rotation albums. Paper will be for when I want deep thinking without distraction; otherwise edtech all the way.

# data[].attributes.headline
Finding a better balance between teacher talk and students doing. If that makes sense...

# data[].attributes.subject
Finding a better balance between teacher talk and students doing. If that makes sense...

# data[].attributes.body
I don't like being looked at and I also have RBF so this has been brilliant.

# data[].attributes.headline
Technology tools and online storage. I'm glad I don't come home with a stack of paper to grade. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Technology tools and online storage. I'm glad I don't come home with a stack of paper to grade. 

# data[].attributes.body
I spend this year building an indoor garden for herbs and vegetables and it makes the house smell and look great!

# data[].attributes.body
I'm looking forward to truly resting and recharging. Taking a full break of time to come back next year with energy and capacity for whatever the situation is. And so excited to be with more and more students again.

# data[].attributes.body
The kids in person and I all feel like we're just now getting started, and now it's over.  I actually cried at dinner the other day realizing how much it's taken to make this in person learning work and now it's done already.
I also am taking intentional time this summer to stop, rest, and process this last year. With a baby not vaccinated yet, we're not flying anywhere, we're not taking any big trips. We're staying home, reconnecting with family, and trying to find our feet again.

# data[].attributes.body
I wouldn't say surprised, but INSPIRED by how we've grown and how our teachers have been so adaptive and creative facing struggles this year. We had to make adjustments on tight timelines, trust each other, and figure out what we care about the most. We have INCREDIBLE teachers at Cascade!

# data[].attributes.headline
I am so relieved to be done with this year, more-so than others

# data[].attributes.subject
I am so relieved to be done with this year, more-so than others

# data[].attributes.headline
The mask-nee struggles were  real this year. 

# data[].attributes.subject
The mask-nee struggles were  real this year. 

# data[].attributes.headline
Digital tools and language acquisition to support student learning

# data[].attributes.subject
Digital tools and language acquisition to support student learning

# data[].attributes.body
The end of a school year is always bittersweet, but it hits differently this year.

# data[].attributes.body
With this pandemic happening, I was able to really dive deep within myself and being able to really take care of myself mentally. That was one of my big goals this year and honestly, I’ve done a really good job to exclude any negativities

# data[].attributes.body
I will incorporate more computer assisted learning in my classes to aid with my learning goals and student's future knowledge.

# data[].attributes.headline
Like a rollercoaster but ending on the high part.

# data[].attributes.subject
Like a rollercoaster but ending on the high part.

# data[].attributes.body
Definitely felt quite uneasy at the beginning of the school year but there were a lot of highs and knowing I can say that I lasted through this year of change is a high for me.

# data[].attributes.body
Taking on a new challenge or learning has always helped me to move forward and thrive.

# data[].attributes.headline
I used to think that relationships with staff and students just develop over time but now I see that it is so important to intentionally build those relationships from the start.

# data[].attributes.subject
I used to think that relationships with staff and students just develop over time but now I see that it is so important to intentionally build those relationships from the start.

# data[].attributes.body
I feel such a sense of ownership over my little plant-kingdom now, and I love to be able to stop, sit, and enjoy it

# data[].attributes.headline
I like them in cold weather, they keep my nose warm. That's it though.

# data[].attributes.subject
I like them in cold weather, they keep my nose warm. That's it though.

# data[].attributes.headline
I have realized so much during this last year about different emotions.

# data[].attributes.subject
I have realized so much during this last year about different emotions.

# data[].attributes.headline
The students who are very quiet in class who are hilarious and much more open in the chat.

# data[].attributes.subject
The students who are very quiet in class who are hilarious and much more open in the chat.

# data[].attributes.body
I'm going to wear mine into stores during cold/flu season from now on! It was nice not to get sick this year.

# data[].attributes.body
It's okay. I realized this year that I get Sye's when im really stressed. I've had a total of about 5 of them just within the past 4 months. They hurt... SO, because of that, I have been able to tell myself, "alright dude, you got a stye, what are you going to do? STEP BACK!" and i do. <3

# data[].attributes.headline
The students who stepped up and were able to focus so much more without all the distractions of in-person.  Some were thriving!  Also, the general resilience of our kids.  I knew they were tough, but so many have stayed positive throughout all of this.

# data[].attributes.subject
The students who stepped up and were able to focus so much more without all the distractions of in-person.  Some were thriving!  Also, the general resilience of our kids.  I knew they were tough, but so many have stayed positive throughout all of this.

# data[].attributes.headline
Updating and sharing information with families are so importance to not only support students and families but also build a strong relationship. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Updating and sharing information with families are so importance to not only support students and families but also build a strong relationship. 

# data[].attributes.headline
That culture, community, relationships, and learning CAN and DID happen virtually and in deep ways.

# data[].attributes.subject
That culture, community, relationships, and learning CAN and DID happen virtually and in deep ways.

# data[].attributes.body
While a MAJOR struggle for a while, I realized that mornings with Elena bring me a deep sense of calm, joy, and a feeling of just us in the world. Family matters in sustaining us.

# data[].attributes.body
I'm insanely extroverted, but being quarantined with my husband and baby 24/7 made me appreciate the times I could be still and be by myself. I discovered I'm great company 💜

# data[].attributes.headline
Depends on the day. A lot of sad days lately.... and a lot of emotional eating as a result of that.

# data[].attributes.subject
Depends on the day. A lot of sad days lately.... and a lot of emotional eating as a result of that.

# data[].attributes.body
I like making interactives.

# data[].attributes.body
Mine have bling

# data[].attributes.body
I just want to introduce different ideas of engageent.

# data[].attributes.headline
Maintain parent contacts and asking for parent voice for support. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Maintain parent contacts and asking for parent voice for support. 

# data[].attributes.headline
The amount of students who I feel are trying their best in  times of hardships.

# data[].attributes.subject
The amount of students who I feel are trying their best in  times of hardships.