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Of Teaching and Trout December 23, 2019 Michigan Region 4 Teacher of the Year Jeremy Winsor talks about observation, reflection and the value of the "pause" for teachers and their students. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Why I’m Not an Elementary Teacher (It’s Not Why You Think) December 16, 2019 Cara Lougheed is so incredibly thankful for elementary teachers, not only because of what they do, but also because she cannot do it herself. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Meet the 'Elves' Behind The Meemic Foundation December 12, 2019 As much as we love Santa, we know that jolly old Nick doesn’t run the big show by himself. The elves are the strength and the drive to make things happen. And it's the same for The Meemic Foundation. ... Topic: Notes from the Director

Teachers Impact Other Teachers, Not Just Their Students November 22, 2019 More than 15 years in education have shown this Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year that there are many people out there who inspire. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Thank you, Teachers, for Making Us Feel Loved and Important November 19, 2019 For Thanksgiving month, Michigan Teacher of the Year Cara Lougheed thanks three of the teachers who uplifted, inspired and encouraged her. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

We Definitely Maybe Live in a World of Oxymorons November 12, 2019 If "fall snow" an oxymoron? Maybe, but the phrase "Meemic Foundation grant opportunities" is definitely not! ... Topic: Notes from the Director, Grants

Meet Me at the Mat: Yoga, Meditation and Self-Care October 22, 2019 Teachers understand the importance of self-care. But we’re also the first people to run ourselves into the ground. And students can benefit, too, even bullies. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Thank you for the Foundation Club's Success! October 22, 2019 75,000 Meemic Foundation Club members. Wow! Who knew we’d grow so quickly in just a few short years? Topic: Notes from the Director

You May Not Know It, but You Have an Impressive Résumé October 14, 2019 Michigan Teacher of the Year Cara Lougheed says when you look at everything they do, teachers have stronger résumés than they give themselves credit for. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Like the Song Says, We CAN Decide What to Be September 24, 2019 A line from an Avett Brothers song still resonates with Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Rachal Gustafson, and informs her life and classroom. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year