JOY!!

 I am taking a quick break from my "origin" story to let you know of an incredible opportunity for all teachers of World Language!  I have become an affiliate with La Libre Language Learning "Practical and Comprehensible" platform.  I was chosen to present a topic on this year's theme of JOY!   Usually I wouldn't have given the email invite a second look as I was too busy, not interested or honestly and more to the point, did not feel confident enough to the task.  However, something has changed in me as I wrap up my 29th year of teaching and head into number 30:  I am joyful!  I am finding joy in teaching again!  Joy took a break during COVID which it did for many of us.  I was so busy and stressed just trying to make it day to day that joy was a luxury I just didn't have time for.  Slowly, as we are all coming back to "normal",  I find myself enjoying the teaching experience.  I find myself looking for those small moments.  I have always loved being a witness to learning and growing in their language journey.  It's a gift to be a part of this type of self exploration and growth.  

With that being said, this brings me to why I chose this topic today for my post.   

I am sharing awesome news about a virtual conference through La Libre Language Learning "Practical and Comprehensible" platform.  I have also been chosen to present at this conference this summer which I am very excited about and have chosen to become an affiliate to spread the word.

Below is a little blurb about the conference.  It is a company that I have found to be extremely reputable and professional.  If you are interested, use my affiliate link and I will receive a little compensation.  

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If you are lacking joy right now in life and in the classroom, attend this conference!  We all need some help in the form of inspiration and ideas.  JOY is right around the corner!!


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