Classy and Professional Earrings

Happy October Joyful Speechies!

We've made it to the beautiful season of Autumn!

I wanted to do a post on something I've been obsessing over lately, which is emerald cut earrings.

Emerald is such a classy cut and it's always been one of my favorites. I mean, our girl Beyonce has an emerald cut engagement ring, so it's got to be the way to go.

Beyoncé rocking her beautiful emerald cut engagement ring

 

And on the hand or ears- this cut shimmers in the light! Timeless. Classy. Perfect for someone to add sparkle to their professional wardrobe.

Below are some from Amazon that I found. Gorgeous:

Emerald Cut Earrings from Amazon

I'm also digging the cushion cut earrings too. Let me know in the comments below if you love the emerald cut too or prefer another earring choice!

Joyfully,

Email Etiquette

Hello Joyful Speechies!

The beginning of the school year means students transferring and having to send/receive record requests from other schools. This year particularly I've felt the emails have been...dare I say...rude?

I know I'm not the only one receiving these half-(hearted) emails.

What do I expect when I open an email?

Well for starters, you need a greeting. For example, "Good morning." You need the body of the paragraph to state your business, in which throwing in a few "please and thank you" never hurt anybody. And then you should definitely say "Thank you" and then sign your name.

Because you know what? As miserable as it is to have to sit down and write a polite email- someone is taking time out of their day to read it. So you better make them feel at least a little tiny ounce of respect in it.

P.S. Please God, don't be a Gary and write your emails in comic sans. Yes, I've heard from teachers that it's the "only font that has characters the way we teach writing." But if you're writing an email, the other person likely can already read. Use an "adult" font, like Times New Roman, Georgia, or even Tahoma. And also don't make it 24 point font. It makes everything look like it's written for a Kindergartener. Some say personal preference on this one, buuuuuut... I firmly believe this should be a rule of thumb.



BARF and INCORRECT. Gary from "Parks and Recreation" on NBC

And look, I know we're busy. I know that everything isn't always sunshine and roses. But a little decency in the form of a simple, "Hello" would be much appreciated. And I'm sure you can agree.

Joyfully,

Back to School Supplies [MUST Have]

Hello Joyful Speechies,

It's likely a trait of all Speechies and I am no exception- I LOVE good school supplies and it's a plus if they're pretty.

Liz Lemon gets me from "30 Rock" on NBC

Check out below what I think are must haves and let me know in the comments below for anything you think I missed! *All pictures should link to the exact product I'm talking about.

1. Mechanical Pencils

No, no, no, not just any mechanical pencils --- Paper Mate Clear Point Mechanical Pencils. These things are my go-to and they are amazing.

2. Pens and Pens

I just found these white pens and I love them. They are fairly cheap, but with the white they look chic.

 

2. Cat Tape Dispenser

I saw this and thought, "Are you freaking kidding me?!" They combined two of the coolest things- an adorable cat and Post-It Notes. Sold.

3. Pretty Hanging File Folders (and Tiered Holder)

Organization is the key to success when you're an SLP. I have three clear stackable filing trays with pretty folders that keep me organized and so I can see my pretty file folders. I just placed an order for this tiered file folder organizer so I can feel like Kelli Finglass of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. Don't watch "Making the Team"? Well, let me tell you her office is #goals. She has a wrap-around-desk and labeled folders that make my Type-A-side swoon.

Kelli Finglass (see in the back? Swooning!):

 

4. Black and White Printer

If your school is anything like mine, the one printer for the entire building is constantly out-of-order or has a line out of the door. I had to alleviate this unnecessary stressor last year by purchasing my own black-and-white-only printer. The key is to purchase a printer that uses toner. That means you get more pages for your buck. This is the exact one I own and it's super easy to use. I love it!

5. Color Printer (with Scanner and Copier Functions!)

It was so nice having my black and white printer I went above and beyond and purchased a color printer a few months later. It's an ink-jet and can be costly to print, so I use it sparingly. I use it the most for its copying and scanning capability.

6. Label Maker

Now I'm starting to show my crazy with this one...but I label everything. Binders? Yep. Games? Yep. Notebooks? Yep. Drawers? Yep. This is the label maker I use to keep my mind at ease.

I could go on forever listing what I use, but those are some biggies.
Obviously everyone has different needs in their positions. What are your must-haves? Comment below to let me know!

Joyfully,

Are YOU Ready for Summer? [Featured TpT Product: Speech Homework and Word Lists for the ENTIRE Summer!]

Hello Joyful Speechies,

Summer is only 8 days away for our school! There is A LOT to do in only a few days!

Get help with the  40 page, “Speech Homework AND Word Lists for the ENTIRE Summer” packet! *This packet is best used for students with articulation delays that are in Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and maybe even 4th grade. Older students might find the activities too young.

Speech Homework for the ENTIRE Summer

This packet includes:
PAGE 1: Cover
PAGE 2-4: The fine print and credits
PAGES 5: Speech Folder Cover for a Student’s Speech Binder/Folder
PAGES 6-25: WORD LISTS* for Speech Sounds -- /p/, /b/, /m/, /k/, /g/, /f/, /d/, /t/, /r/, /r/-blends, /l/, /l/-blends, /s/, /s/-blends, /r/, /r/-blends, “ch,” “sh,” /z/, /v/, and “th.” (Each word list includes 4 initial, 3 medial, and 3 final words with the targeted sound, for a total of 10 words per sound. Just enough to last one summer!)
PAGE 26: Letter Home -- Explains to parents/caregivers/homework helpers the weekly homework.
PAGE 27: Two Homework Passes -- You can choose whether or not to use one or both of these.
PAGES 28-40: Weekly Worksheets -- Lasts the students the entire summer (Includes a place for the homework helper to sign).

Simply print the pages (black and white for easy printing), put them in an envelope/folder, hand them off to your students, and hope they show no regression over the summer or better yet- IMPROVE! 

How are YOU getting ready for summer this year? Let me know in the comments below!

Joyfully,

Have Students Who Love to Check the Time? [Featured TpT Product: "Clocks" for Classrooms]

Hello Joyful Speechies!

The school year's end is swiftly approaching! I'm already planning and dreaming what changes and decorations I'll use for next year.

This year, in place of a clock I put a picture frame up with the words, "Stay focused." This made the older students chuckle and kept some of the students who are time-obsessed from repeatedly checking the time and not being focused.

I prefer visual timers over having a clock, so the students clearly know their expectations without having to ask or check all the time. It's been bugging me all year that I didn't have time to make it match my room or be my preferred "pretty," so...

I finally took the time to create something more "me" to use for next year and thought I'd share with you! I made it available in lots of colors, so it can be changed out with the holidays or your changing classroom themes! It's available in each color with two wording choices: "Stay Focused" or "Question?"

Check it out in my Teacher's Pay Teacher's store!

In the comments below, let me know if there are any additional colors you'd like me to add to the "clocks."

Joyfully,

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week, Joyful Speechies!

We all know it's Better Speech and Hearing Month, but for those of us working in the schools it's ALSO Teacher Appreciation Week! As SLPs, we are educators and are celebrated as well as teachers!

I heard there are some sweet deals from some businesses. Here are some below:

1. Chipotle

Many Chipotle locations are offering a BOGO (Buy 1 Get 1) Promotion if you bring your school ID card.

2. Teachers Pay Teachers

Many of the TpT sellers are participating in this special week by throwing a sale May 3-4th!

There are likely more, so let me know in the comments below! Thanks in advance!

Joyfully,

Teacher Appreciation Week

Hello Joyful Speechies!

As part of Teacher's Appreciation Week, we're holding a SALE!! Use code: CELEBRATE at checkout. THANK YOU for all you do, educators!

Click Here to go to Joyful Speech and Language's TpT Store

Joyfully,