ECC Day 305: “Lovejoy” Love yourself to find your joy. You usually brush your teeth everyday, right? Drink water - some routine habits to maintain or boost your physical health. Our mental health is just as important, and requires regular maintenance. It may be something we don’t think about or do as often. I’m prioritizing my mental health like I do flossing (that took me mm about 28 years to do regularly). Manifesting my lovejoy! Happy birthday month to one of my besties, G

ECC Day 304: “How have you bean?” How have you bean the last 304 days? I’ve bean: •energized •ecstatic •exactly where I’m meant to be •exhausted •inspired •fulfilled •stressed •joyful •connected •present •pleasantly surprised like I’m liking black beans •sad •disappointed •bummed •high on life •grateful Overall, I’ve bean swell! 61 days to #ChipInForEducation by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @gofundme OR www.educatorcc.com Veggie bowl with brown rice, black beans, veggies, m

ECC Day 303: “Life is Dynamic” “Dynamic (adjective): pertaining to or characterized by energy or effective action; vigorously active or forceful; energetic” @dictionarycom I had energy and a zest for life before the ECC; however, this adventure has leveled up my perspective of how fulfilling and energizing life can be. I’ve leaned in and taken more calculated social risks to gain the reward of connection, to effect change, and spread love and kindness. I love this dynamic lif

ECC Day 302: “Summer Recharge” •road trip •quality time with one of my besties @heathercookpdx •took a nap on my first day of summer - glorious •time away from this screen •catching up on balancing checkbook, doctor’s appointments, regular maintenance for my vehicle child •furry baby snuggles and pets •walking - some sort of physical activity •@chipotle —>How do you recharge your internal battery after the school year? #ChipInForEducation by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @go

ECC Day 301: “Eye See Integrity” Today, I had the pleasure of visiting my optometrist, Dr. Heuer @valleyvista2020 . I highly respect her approach of putting patients before profit; she’s a passionate scientist who cares about the overall well-being of people. Dr. Heuer showed me images of my eyes and thoroughly described the function of its parts in a way that helped me see scientific connections between the health of my eyes and the rest of my body. I got excited for our kid

ECC Day 300!! “The Homestretch-65 days remain!” This challenge has been a beautiful opportunity to bring people together, share a meal and the common goal to do/be good in the world, spread love, and connect face-to-face. It’s awesome to have regular attendees and new folks who join to show their support of me & the ECC! That moment when I hear my educator colleague explain to someone that the ECC is about giving back to “us” - our educators - gets me even more pumped to be a

ECC Day 298: “Wind Down” “In order to hustle year round, you also need to wind down.” @teamgaryvee I’m 298 days into the yearlong ECC. I’ve also been over a full-time Jr. High School Counselor. There have been several times of exhaustion throughout the ECC journey. Yesterday was one of them; I needed an hour away from a device and text. I sat in the chair, on the couch, in silence, and pet kitty. Well, I talked to kitty some.😻I danced today @mangosf and winded down by TURNIN

ECC Day 297: “Pace Yo’self” In the U.S. education system, I have noticed changes of culture, language, curriculum, policies, etc. happen very slowly or abruptly, and sometimes at just the right pace. At the MTSS training yesterday, we were reminded that with any change to our system(s), especially on a school-wide level, we need to bite off what we can realistically chew, and chew it well. I want to do things effectively; that takes intentional time and effort. Deep breath in

ECC Day 296: “SOS - Support Our Students!” Excited to learn more about MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) and how we can improve our school system(s) to support our students! @chipotle = breakfast of champions...or just for that educator who is eating it err’day for a year! I’m livin’ mah best life! #ChipInForEducation by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @gofundme OR www.educatorcc.com brekky bowl = brown rice, chicken, mild salsa, sour cream, lettuce #Ellen #EllenDegeneres

On ECC Day 295, “Food brings people together!” ~Hailey I’m proud of you! Thanks for sharing this meal with me and being part of the ECC, Hailey, and part of your family. ☺️ #ChipInForEducation by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @gofundme OR www.educatorcc.com Today it’s a bowl with brown rice, chicken, veggies, mild salsa, sour cream, and a good handful of lettuce. #Ellen #EllenDegeneres #TheEllenShow #EllenShow #GetMsEbbeOnYourShow #food #family #keepitreal #chipotle #challen

ECC Day 294: “Cynthia, let’s be serious!” Enjoyed learning more about Cynthia’s story as we recorded an Educator Shout Out Interview. Thank you for sharing, Cynthia! Stay tuned for her video on the ECC @youtube channel in a couple weeks. #ChipInForEducation by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @gofundme OR www.educatorcc.com this bowl of chicken, double mild salsa, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce was delish. seriously. #Ellen #EllenDegeneres #TheEllenShow #EllenShow #GetMsEbbeOn

ECC Day 293: “Creative Minds” Creative minds at play, thinking alike even. It’s freeing & inspiring to watch & experience creativity be unleashed with few boundaries. To let be. That’s it right there. Innovation. Exploration. Living. Simple & complex problems that have the like solutions will come from these processes. Allow yourself & others space to create, imagine, play. That’s one way we’ll work towards solving our world’s social issues. The ECC has helped me reunite with

ECC Day 292: “Thank you, Dads!” Thank you to Dads who show up to games, plays, graduations, parent-teacher conferences. Thank you to Dads who demonstrate to your children how to be a kind, compassionate, resilient, resourceful, optimistic human. Thank you Dads who teach your children how to write an essay, use a hammer, properly fill the gas tank, and effectively communicate with people. Your presence matters; you are loved and appreciated. To the Moms, Aunts, or any other id

ECC Day 291: “Life is a box of chocolates.” *Tonight, folks chose a bowl for me; I chose the ingredients. *Life is a series of choices & adventures, if you choose to see it that way. We choose some things in our life, while other things are out of our control. I agree that we choose how to respond to what comes into our experience. *Some choices I’ve made: I’ve learned who I am and am true to myself; to be kind and compassionate towards myself & others; I’ve chosen friends fr

ECC Day 290!! “Ellen, #GetMsEbbeOnYourShow, please & thank you!” @theellenshow , soon you shall receive the 58th of 111 letters I’ve handwritten to you. I have a palpable inkling that you’re following the Educator Chipotle Challenge (ECC), and waiting until I fulfill my @chipotle eating commitment to show up at my house, drop in on me at school, write me a letter, FaceTime me, or join me on the dance floor @mangosf & invite me to your show! That’s fair, you need to make sure

ECC Day 289: “Last Day of School/Graduation Feels!” It’s the last day of school year 2018-2019 (6/13/19). It’s bittersweet to send off another group to their next adventure of high school. My heart continues to flow with love, gratitude and pride, to know and be part of all these peoples’ life story. Young people, you seize to amaze me with your compassion for others, innovation and critical thinking to deal with and solve problems, perseverance, and more. Your future is what

ECC Day 288: “Taco Bell or Chipotle?” After Spring Play Day and Six Flags with our students, I wanted to go to Taco Bell, but these kids insisted on @chipotle . 😉 Tim & Leonie even tried something new tonight, switched up their order a bit. Tomorrow: last day of 2018-2019 School Year & DVHS Graduation to watch my first year’s 8th graders gradu-ma-tate! 77 days remain to #ChipInForEducation by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @gofundme OR www.educatorcc.com Of course we chose C

ECC Day 287: “Birthday Love” My bucket is overflowing with love today, June 11, 2019. I celebrate many things - being ALIVE for 31 years, my Pops (RIP, RIP, RIP), family, friends/chosen family, day 287 of the ECC, my students, and all the love I have to willingly give and receive! Happy Birthday to me! Thank you oh so much to everyone who helped this day be special!! Show your support of me, the ECC, educators, and students by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @gofundme OR www.e

ECC Day 286: “Best Medicine” *Laughter *Tears of joy, connectedness, proud of my Freshman, missing my Pops, sadness, & hope *Hugs *Did I mention how proud I am of my students?! Precious moments. *Have I mentioned how amazing my team of educators is at DVCA?! We have 79 days to raise $100,000 to support these educators and students! #ChipInForEducation by donating to the ECC Fundraiser @gofundme OR www.educatorcc.com 3 crispy tacos with chicken, mild salsa, sour cream, guac, l

ECC Day 285 (80 days remain!): “Remember to Play!” If you know me, you know I’m goofy and need to break up the adulting with a good laugh, play and movement. I’m excited to get to know Jared Hippler ( @primally_playful ), co-founder of Primal Play (www.primalplay.org), an organization that helps people connect with each other and experience joy through movement and engaging activities. They serve youth and adults! I intend not to lose my playfulness in the midst of “adulting.