This Week in Class, learned about

• rest,
• relationships,
• and resets. 

After two weeks off for the holidays, I’m reflecting on what time away really teaches you—not just about teaching, but about life. I talk about family trips (including a few roller coasters at Busch Gardens), reconnecting with people who truly want you in their life, and how to “go where you’re celebrated, not just tolerated.”

I also share how I’m approaching goal setting for the new year—with accountability, small daily actions, and a focus on deepening the relationships I already have instead of chasing new ones.

On the tech side, I dive into what happens when a hard drive fails, why I’m obsessed with network-attached storage, and how teachers (and photographers) can back up their work without losing their minds.

There’s even a quick tip for teachers who want to stay connected with their students over break—and a reminder that sometimes rest really is the work.

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