January 2017

I love celebrating Valentine's Day with my students. We focus on how we can be kind and loving to everyone.

One thing about Valentine's Day is I have many students who are unable to make a "Valentine's box" at home. This was something I loved doing as a kid so I wanted to do something just as special for my students. Lucky for me I found these adorable valentine boxes from Oriental Trading. Now all of my students will have a cute Valentine box to collect their cards from their friends.

Coloring these will be the perfect morning activity on Valentine's Day or you could even do them the day before. They are also just the right size to collect all your classroom valentine's.

Oriental Trading also has these fun interactive Valentine cards. My students are going to LOVE these. It is a card, but also a Tic Tac Toe game. How fun is that??

We will also be decorating our classroom with these cute hearts from Oriental Trading. They are like stained glass. You can hang them with string or even add the students pictures to them so they can take them home as a gift to their families.

If you are looking for other fun and easy Valentine ideas for your classroom, you need to check out Oriental Trading and all their Valentine Party supplies here.

Looking for a deal at Oriental Trading? Check out their coupon page for the latest sales!

*Disclaimer: I was sent products of my choice in exchange for writing this post, but all opinions expressed are 100% my own!

We are ready to roll out the red carpet and announce that we are opening registration for the

And you WILL NOT want to miss what we have planned for you this year!

Are you ready to be treated like the red carpet star that you are?

Need a weekend of pampering to escape from the “work” of teaching?

Need to be re-energized and fall in love with teaching all over again?

Ready to shine and be recognized for the teaching-star that you are?

Then come walk the red carpet with us at French Lick Resort!

French Lick is an incredible resort is located in southern Indiana, but it is within 3 hours of Cincinnati, Nashville, Indianapolis, and St. Louis!

And let me tell you...they are ready to pamper us again!

Here are the details...

WHO: YOU are invited!

WHAT: Spring Blogger/Follower Retreat!

WHEN: March 17, 18 & 19, 2017

WHERE: French Lick Resort & Casino - French Lick, IN

WHY: To meet new friends, share blogging & TPT tricks & tips,

and just have fun! {LOTS and LOTS of FUN!}

Join us for the whole weekend, or just a day!

Here is a peek at some of the things we have planned…

Friday, March 17th

· OPTIONAL: Many attendees gather and socialize at the beautiful West Baden Hotel. Come early and join us!

Saturday, March 18th

Blogger Meet-Up Luncheon: Get-to-know-you luncheon, teacher product giveaways, and “Teacher Tool” gift swap game

· Keynote Speaker: None other than PRINCIPAL GERRY will be there to uplift, inspire, and create a room full of laughter

· Teaching, TPT, Blogging Round-table and Workshop Sessions: We will send out a survey asking for topics of interest and we invite you to submit a round-table proposal as well.

· Dinner Reservations at Resort Restaurant/s: (OPTIONAL) Meet up for dinner at one of the resort’s casual, but classy restaurants.

· Since everyone who is a teacher knows they went into this profession for the fame and fortune (ya, right!!)……We will be rolling out the red carpet for you as we invite you to dress up as your favorite star, pose for the paparazzi, and fabulous fun with friends! (Heavy hors d’oeuvres, non-alcoholic beverages, photo booth pictures and party favors included. There will also be a cash bar.)

Sunday, March 19th

· 9:30 am - Sunday Breakfast/Brunch: (OPTIONAL) Meet at the resort’s famous breakfast buffet for our last gathering of good food, good conversation, and goodbyes!

The cost for attending this event is $75, which includes your lunch and beverages, a portion of the event room fees and our Saturday night social event (including food and non-alcoholic drinks). This is the ONLY required fee for the entire weekend! The rest of the event (hotel fees, if you choose to stay on site, and the remainder of the meal fees will be on your own, based on your choices!). If you live close, you may choose to drive in for the day. This fee needs to be paid by Feb.12 to guarantee your registration. Also, note that due to the increasing popularity of this event, registration may have to be limited due to size. (More details for payment will be posted on our private FB meet-up/retreat group page.)

Wondering if this event is something you might be interested in? Check out what some of last year's attendees have to say...

Hannah F. “Last year was my first year at French Lick and I was so nervous! I remember driving up there and imagining all the things that could go wrong! (of course) But, when I arrived I was overwhelmed with the kindness of every single person there. Everyone felt like they belonged and they did! The whole weekend was full of fun activities that helped me grow as a teacher and as a person. I made so many brand new friendships that I will carry with me forever. I remember driving away feeling refreshed and so ready to get back into my classroom! This weekend will refresh your love for teaching from the very instant you step into the hotel! “

Heidi N. "It was so refreshing to be surrounded by like minded teachers! I left the weekend with new perspective, new ideas, and a lot of new friends!"

Maja A. "Last year's meet up inspired me to do so many new things, I finished out the school year strong with the things I learned from the other teacher/bloggers there! I am so excited for this years meet up!"

Are you ready to sign up for a star-studded weekend of fun? Simply click HERE to register for the event.

Questions? Feel free to contact us at teacherbloggerretreat@gmail.com