Ban Smartphones for under-16s. This is how 84% of parents who are yet to put them in the hands of their children according our the survey of 2.5k parents. Read my op-Ed in the times at: Act now to make a smartphone ban for under-16s work thetimes.co.uk/article/c5782…

What a difference it makes when you live… The suited photo was of a workaholic, unhealthy me, who worked 60-70 hours every week, who failed to notice he was carrying just 50% of the red blood cells he should have, lived on diet coke, couldn’t sleep, was 3 stone heavier than today, had dark circles permanently propping up his eyes, and had lost perspective on what was important. The more relaxed version of me has found balance. I walk/run 10km EVERY day, I drop my children at school, put them to bed at night, eat breakfast and regular meals, take holidays, step away from my desk when I need a break, and drink water… I am not less productive, not less successful (whatever your measure of that may be). I simply took a break and realised that I was killing myself. I remembered what is important. I remembered how to live. I encourage you to take time to look in the mirror and ask yourself if you’re living the life you want to live, or driving yourself into an early grave…. and I’m here if you need me. #WorkLifeBalance #live

Joyous news. Many of you will remember my post regarding my wife’s ill health in the summer of 2022 and my need to focus on my family. Some months later she returned to health following treatment but sadly the NHS failed to discover the cause of her symptoms. Although Debbie was reasonably well in herself, she knew that something was still not right. Tests in October revealed several 6-10cm masses in her uterus which appeared to have slowly grown over the preceding two years. Debbie ended up on the 2-week cancer pathway and in surgery on December 14th. Christmas was hard this year. We had to cancel our once in a lifetime trip to Lapland with the smalls, and the older children were called back to the nest for a Christmas, which we thought could be her last. Today was a big day though. A phone call from the consultant to share that she has been given the all clear. 🥳 In our hours of need, I turned to two people that I originally met through LinkedIn to ask for their help (with non-medical related matters). I won’t name them here but they know who they are. They didn’t blink at my asks but went above and beyond to relieve some of the pressures on our family during the most trying of times. For this I’m eternally grateful.

The National Parent Survey for 2023 has launched and the facts are staggering. Over 5,000 parents shared the struggles they and their children face: anxiety, depression, self-harming, cost-of-living crisis, and much more. 41% of children experienced anxiety 27% of children have been bullied 14% experienced depression 7% have self-harmed 4% have been sexually harassed 4% have had eating disorders 2.8 million children living in households struggling with the cost of schools 875,000 primary children don’t have age-appropriate books at home 1 in 3 parents say their children are not being prepared for the future jobs market Read the full #NationalParentSurvey2023 here: nationalparentsurvey.com #education #careers #socialmobility #parenting #teacher #teaching

I Ain’t Got a Pencil - #PostForPencils #education

Such an impactful message on child poverty.

Please help! I haven’t had any luck yet with my @amazon wishlist! I would really like to have Morning Tubs in my classroom this year! I am very hopeful that I can get one item cleared today! Even one donation or RT helps! Thank you all for your support!🩷🫶🏻🍎

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K-5 music teacher here! I’ve built my program from scratch and my students deserve the best! Unfortunately we don’t have access to the basics so I get them on my own. With 1 kid and another on the way, I can’t afford to sustain our program by myself. amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3R…

There’s only 2 weeks left of the school year, so I’m preparing for 2023-2024! I teach 4th/5th grade ELAR in OH and will have an additional 4th grade class on my schedule next year. I would appreciate any help in providing my 60 students with diverse books! amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/37…

There’s only 1 week left of the school year, so I’m preparing for 2023-2024! I teach 4th/5th grade ELAR in OH and will have an additional 4th grade class on my schedule next year. I would appreciate any help in providing my 60 students with diverse books! amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/37…

All educators should hear this again and again. The late @SirKenRobinson …

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MATCH ❌2⃣ Every RT or 💲helps! Ms. N is a never before funded teacher. $352 w match replaces old🪑in her room so #specialed students at an #equityfocus HS can move around & work cooperatively. #clearthelist #DonorsChoose donorschoose.org/project/no-…

My Amazing Students, ❤I believe you can! 🧡I believe in you! 💛I care & am here to listen. 💚You are loved. 💙You are special. 🍎I’m trying to shrink our #clearthelist of supplies. 🙏Check out our @amazon #teacherwishlist! #AdoptATeacher #teachertwitter amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/31…

I’m still in love with The Green School in Bali. Made from Bamboo…

I know I’m late! Been super swamped this past week Mother’s Day! Please try and help me #clearthelist for my classroom. This list is for my SPED classroom in a low income area. We have 60% EL students at our school. #TeacherAppreciation #teachertwitter amzn.to/2FkNGsF

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