Haley Nus

Statement on Religious Freedom, Freedom of Speech, and the January 6th, 2021 Attack on the Capitol

As an educator, my role is always shifting, based on the needs of my students. Following the January 6th, 2021 attacks on the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., I spent the majority of my day re-assuring my 9 year olds that they were safe, praying with them for protection amidst the violence, and helping themContinue reading “Statement on Religious Freedom, Freedom of Speech, and the January 6th, 2021 Attack on the Capitol”

December Inquiry Project: Successes and Adjustments

For the month of December, I took on a new enrichment project to keep my advanced students curious as they learn at home. While it is my desire to eventually open up this project to whomever of my fourth grade students are interested, during quarter 1 and 2, I’ve prioritized giving targeted instructional support toContinue reading “December Inquiry Project: Successes and Adjustments”

Virtual Intervention, Enrichment, and a Creative Writing Challenge: 3 Projects to Increase Student Learning in November

It goes without saying that the 2020-2021 school year has been a year like no other. Before I met with students’ parents this Friday for our first Parent Teacher Conferences, I wanted to create several virtual activities that 1) students were motivated to complete, 2) could be accessible throughout the year no matter whether studentsContinue reading “Virtual Intervention, Enrichment, and a Creative Writing Challenge: 3 Projects to Increase Student Learning in November”

October 2020 Monthly Summary

Blended Learning: The kids are back! This month, I had the semi-anxious honor of welcoming groups of 4-6 students daily back into the classroom. As I tenuously fed my faith that God would cover my many concerns, I found unexpected grace to multitask managing students in person and virtually. God has also upgraded by tech-savvinessContinue reading “October 2020 Monthly Summary”