Add two active kids and rising costs, and it’s tough. Teachers aren’t asking for luxury, just pay that reflects the work we do and the future we’re shaping. #VirginiaTeachers #TeacherLife #EducationMatters #757Teachers

Optimism is fading that legislators will give Virginia teachers hefty raises, advocates say Hope is waning that teachers in Virginia will see hefty salary increases this legislative session.

Reading today’s Virginian-Pilot piece on fading optimism for teacher raises hit hard. My husband and I both teach, both in grad school, and still spend $100+ a month on basic supplies for our students. #757Teachers #VirginiaTeachers #TeacherLife #EducationMatters www.pilotonline.com/2026/03/01/s...

Snow Day! The Quiet Magic—and Real Weight—of a Hampton Roads Snow Day from a Teacher's Perspective

My reflection on the recent snow! #757Teachers #SnowDay #VirginiaWinter #HamptonRoads open.substack.com/pub/kdporter...