Ode to Erika! by Catherine https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94 From your grateful team...thanks, shout outs, and well wishes. en-us 2016-10-11 18:57:59 UTC 2025-11-25 01:54:02 UTC hello@padlet.com Oh the Places You'll Go.. cguimaraes https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/129946496 It's been an honor to work under your leadership. I like to say you're, "a breath of fresh air for education." What I mean by that is you're optimistic, realistic, and thoughtful about the ways in which you support, inspire, and impact the field of education. I'm grateful to have learned from you and pretty sure I'll continue to do so, in one form or another. Your influence will spread far and wide to improve the conditions for educators and beyond, so thanks! -CWG]]> 2016-10-11 19:01:39 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/129946496 The Erika Effect ejoseph4 https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130531801 Intelligence and passion: Quite the exceptional package!  I so enjoyed seeing Erika-in-all-her-glory as we shared our story with donors and greatly appreciate all that you added not just to Teaching Channel but to our team.  Your influence will be felt for years to come. All the very best on the road ahead. -EJ]]> 2016-10-13 17:19:52 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130531801 Erika: Queen of Education, Baking and FUN https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130556077 It's been the most amazing adventure to work with you at Tch. You're one of the most dedicated, hard-working and intelligent women I've ever met. Through all of the challenges, you managed to make the work feel fun--from your playful way of helping people learn, to baking your delicious goodies, to making sure we always have snacks, to always ensuring the work we do is top notch and best for educators. I can't wait to see the amazing things you do next, for you surely will! --Gretchen ]]> 2016-10-13 18:12:07 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130556077 One Spreadsheet to Rule Them All https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130572857 I'm pretty certain that one of these days you will create THE spreadsheet by which all educational nonprofits operate towards the greater good for teachers and learners everywhere. In the meantime, it's been such an honor to work with you and learn from you, Erika. From clog dancing on my not-even-first-day-of-work to together cooking up invaluable resources for educators, I've been really fortunate to have you as a mentor and a colleague. -POH]]> 2016-10-13 18:43:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130572857 Erika: The Ultimate "Tch Diva" https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130605870 I remember the first day we met, at Education Nation, as if it was yesterday. Since that time, you have become the symbol of and the standard bearer for Tch in my eyes. We've been on many adventures together in the past 3+ years, and I am always in awe of your passion to elevate teachers and teaching, your brilliant mind, and your strong example of leadership. When people ask me where my leadership journey began, I draw a line directly back to you. Thank you for always believing in me. I am grateful for all I have learned from you and for the opportunity to be a part of your team. As Amy Poehler once said,  “Creativity is connected to your passion, that light inside you that drives you. That joy that comes when you do something you love. That small voice that tells you, ‘I like this. Do this again. You are good at it. Keep going.’" 

So, keep going! Best wishes in your new adventure. I can't wait to watch you change the world!       
             
I'll leave you with this fun Nashville memory! 
XOXO , Lisa]]> 2016-10-13 20:55:20 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130605870 Bold Vision https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130609423 I knew Erika had a bold vision from one of my first conversations with her. When most were talking about Teams as a software tool with interesting features, she was talking about transforming education and delivering real change in schools. Maybe we can still realize that vision and count it part of her legacy here. ]]> 2016-10-13 21:19:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130609423 Erika, A Teacher for Us All https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130610563 Erika, thank you for being so passionate and enthusiastic in your leadership role here at Teaching Channel. I didn't have an opportunity to work closely with you, but I do work with your team and I know first hand how much they appreciate and admire you. To me, it doesn't get much better than that. ]]> 2016-10-13 21:28:13 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130610563 <b>Ode to Erika</b> https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130630043
What a skillful gardener, you!
Helped Teaching Channel, to
grow, and blossom beautiful.
 
Your, Education Passion, shining!
bright, watered Teaching Garden
into something irreducible!
 
There is a rainbow in my heart
From tears, so sad to see you part,
but also rays of joy.
Knowing, amazing you, you'll never
be without a new endeavor! 

-TV
]]> 2016-10-14 01:31:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130630043 Fearless Leader https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130632753 I am so grateful that I was given the opportunity to come work at Tch, but specifically to work for you at Tch. Your passion and way of facilitating is inspiring...you had me at hello, boss lady. Thank you for bringing me into our amazing engagement team and always being supportive of me both professionally and personally. I will miss your energy, vision, and leadership, but also your friendship. I am sure our paths will cross again because those dedicated to transforming education live in a small circle. So I'll leave you with this quote, a big hug, and a promise to not lose touch. -The other Erica (or Gretchen - depending on the day)

"what lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you." - ralph waldo emerson]]> 2016-10-14 01:54:41 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130632753 The Wo-man with a Plan https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130639697 Erika your fingerprints are all over this place, and so much of the good work that has been done for teachers and students over the years. That will carry on here, as will our memories of your contributions and our best wishes for the future ;)
scott]]> 2016-10-14 03:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130639697 On your way through life...remember the wise words of Babe Ruth...Every strike brings me closer to the next home run...wishing you lots of home runs! https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130703157
Cheri]]> 2016-10-14 12:11:17 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130703157 We will always have Fresno... https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130814842 Where west means east???]]> 2016-10-14 16:58:24 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130814842 Bringing Back the Joy https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130815496 Thank for illustrating that joy and fun doesn't have to mean sacrificing depth and intelligence. You've made it clear that both can live in the same space, and in fact are equally essential elements to a strong and impactful organization. Thank you for modeling it well, and thank your patience, leadership, and vision. Thanks for supporting productive risk and staying true to you and us. I'll miss you a ton.]]> 2016-10-14 16:59:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130815496 Teaching Channel couldn't have come this far without ya.  Your ongoing passion, leadership and sparkle at Tch will be sorely missed  Thank you for always supporting and trusting our team as we challenged ourselves with new types of video projects throughout the years - we’ve definitely grown sooo much because of it.  "In-da-house" salutes you!   Take care, Greg https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130869092 2016-10-14 19:41:49 UTC https://padlet.com/cguimaraes/a5fc763nbt94/wish/130869092