November 2025

Dear Teacher, 

One of the many unique aspects of our profession is the dichotomies of our daily lives. We often live, move, and make decisions in the midst of complex or seemingly conflicting realities.

We are filled with joy by leading our students’ learning and growth, and we are empty and exhausted.

We are inspired to discover, experiment, and grow in our craft, and we are overwhelmed with the over-increasing responsibilities we manage.

We are advocates for our students, and we wonder who is advocating for us. 

We are surrounded by students, families, and colleagues, and at times we feel so alone.

We are grateful for the honor of being a teacher, and we feel guilty for not doing more.

We are strong role models of love, consistency, and empathy, and we are humans who desire to feel these elements in our own lives as well.

Today, I want you to know that it is okay to experience these conflicting realities. You are in the thick of this school year and you have witnessed both beautiful and heartbreaking moments. You are human, and you are taking life one step at a time in order to do the next right thing. Hold space for the joy-moments when they arise, and say a whisper of thanks. Invite grace during the tough moments, reminding yourself that you are worthy of love and belonging, no matter the circumstance. 

Thank you for embracing who you are - in all your complexities - and making a difference in our world.