Back-to-school Quote: “Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child and one teacher can change the world.” – Malala Yousafzai It is back-to-school season! That’s right, I said it! And back to school school time...Read More
From the Desk of Ayodele – July 2023
Funny Summer Quote: “If you’re not barefoot, then you’re overdressed.” ― Unknown Summer is now in full swing. Some of y’all are working on degrees and certifications. Some of y’all are investing time in your side...Read More
From the Desk of Ayodele – June 2023
Happy June! Summer is here! Which means two things: FIRST – We just successfully wrapped the first ever BMEsTalk Incubator! More on that in this month’s video. SECOND – The BMEsTalk team is moving into our...Read More
The Distinction Between Self-Care and Self-Compassion
I was a middle and high school Math Teacher for 15 years. I really valued my summer breaks. I would spend that time doing a variety of things including: attending professional development, working summer enrichment programs,...Read More
From the Desk – May 2023
It’s May! Spring is in the air! Flowers are blooming, weeps are popping up in the garden and educators around the country are getting antsy. And if you are a K-12 public school educator in the...Read More
From the Desk – April 2023
Man, I am exhausted. I’m under a few key deadlines and as I type, my left shoulder is tightening up “into a ball.” I have learned that, when this happens, I need to make a few...Read More
From the Desk of Ayodele – February
Hey good people! I hope this note finds you all well. The other day, I was scrolling through my feed on LinkedIn and scrolling past the image below. It stopped my scroll in its tracks. The...Read More
Black Male Educators, Where Do We Go Next?
Last week, I had the privilege of attending the 2023 Black Male Educator Appreciation Day at the Georgia State Capitol. The event was hosted by Mr. Jason B Allen, long time Atlanta educational leader, community organizer...Read More
From the Desk of Ayodele – January 2023 Edition
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2023! As we are nearing the end of the first month of 2023, how are you? Did you set any goals for the first month of the year? How’s your progress?...Read More
From the Desk of Ayodele – Dec Edition
Happy Holidays! Happy Holidays! The end of 2022 is sprinting to a close. I hope this note finds you all well. In this month’s episode of From the Desk of Ayodele, I invited my friend and...Read More