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January 1, 2017

2017 Teacher/Blogger Retreat Information!

We are ready to roll out the red carpet and announce that we are opening registration for the


And you WILL NOT want to miss what we have planned for you this year!
Are you ready to be treated like the red carpet star that you are?
Need a weekend of pampering to escape from the “work” of teaching?
Need to be re-energized and fall in love with teaching all over again?
Ready to shine and be recognized for the teaching-star that you are?

Then come walk the red carpet with us at French Lick Resort!
French Lick is an incredible resort is located in southern Indiana, but it is within 3 hours of Cincinnati, Nashville, Indianapolis, and St. Louis!

And let me tell you...they are ready to pamper us again!  

Here are the details...
WHO:  YOU are invited!
WHAT:  Spring Blogger/Follower Retreat!
WHEN: March 17, 18 & 19, 2017
WHERE:  French Lick Resort & Casino - French Lick, IN
WHY:   To meet new friends, share blogging & TPT tricks & tips, 
and just have fun! {LOTS and LOTS of FUN!}


Join us for the whole weekend, or just a day!
Here is a peek at some of the things we have planned…

Friday, March 17th
·       OPTIONAL:  Many attendees gather and socialize at the beautiful West Baden Hotel.  Come early and join us! 

Saturday, March 18th
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Blogger Meet-Up Luncheon:  Get-to-know-you luncheon, teacher product giveaways, and “Teacher Tool” gift swap game

·       Keynote Speaker:  None other than PRINCIPAL GERRY will be there to uplift, inspire, and create a room full of laughter


·       Teaching, TPT, Blogging Round-table and Workshop Sessions:  We will send out a survey asking for topics of interest and we invite you to submit a round-table proposal as well. 

·      Dinner Reservations at Resort Restaurant/s:  (OPTIONAL) Meet up for dinner at one of the resort’s casual, but classy restaurants.

·     Since everyone who is a teacher knows they went into this profession for the fame and fortune (ya, right!!)……We will be rolling out the red carpet for you as we invite you to dress up as your favorite star, pose for the paparazzi, and fabulous fun with friends!  (Heavy hors d’oeuvres, non-alcoholic beverages, photo booth pictures and party favors included.  There will also be a cash bar.)

Sunday, March 19th

·       9:30 am - Sunday Breakfast/Brunch:  (OPTIONAL) Meet at the resort’s famous breakfast buffet for our last gathering of good food, good conversation, and goodbyes!

The cost for attending this event is $75, which includes your lunch and beverages, a portion of the room fees and our Saturday night social event (including food and non-alcoholic drinks).  This is the ONLY required fee for the entire weekend!  The rest of the event (hotel fees, if you choose to stay on site, and the remainder of the meal fees will be on your own, based on your choices!).  If you live close, you may choose to drive in for the day.  This fee needs to be paid by Feb.12 to guarantee your registration.  Also, note that due to the increasing popularity of this event, registration may have to be limited due to size.  (More details for payment will be posted on our private FB meet-up/retreat group page.)

Wondering if this event is something you might be interested in?  Check out what some of last year's attendees have to say...

Hannah F.Last year was my first year at French Lick and I was so nervous! I remember driving up there and imagining all the things that could go wrong! (of course) But, when I arrived I was overwhelmed with the kindness of every single person there. Everyone felt like they belonged and they did! The whole weekend was full of fun activities that helped me grow as a teacher and as a person. I made so many brand new friendships that I will carry with me forever. I remember driving away feeling refreshed and so ready to get back into my classroom! This weekend will refresh your love for teaching from the very instant you step into the hotel! “

Heidi N. "It was so refreshing to be surrounded by like minded teachers!  I left the weekend with new perspective, new ideas, and a lot of new friends!"

Maja A. "Last year's meet up inspired me to do so many new things, I finished out the school year strong with the things I learned from the other teacher/bloggers there!  I am so excited for this years meet up!"

Are you ready to sign up for a star-studded weekend of fun?  Simply click HERE to register for the event.
Questions?  Feel free to contact us at teacherbloggerretreat@gmail.com




March 20, 2016

Take Your Passion and Make It Happen: 2016 Teacher Blogger Retreat



For the last three years, I have had the privilege to attend the French Lick Teacher Blogger Retreat.  For two of those years, I have had the opportunity to help Holly (Mrs. Ehle's Kindergarten Connection) with the details of this event.  Watching this event grow over the years has been amazing.

Going into this year, I have to admit, I felt burned out.  Being a teacher is not for the faint of heart.  The responsibility we have to our students is huge, not to mention all of the additional pressures we have (or even put on ourselves).  I feel as if I had lost sight of what was important to me as a teacher.



This weekend was, in a word, fabulous.  

I was able to reconnect with some of my favorite people.

Not only was I surrounded by many of the most positive people I know, I was also able to be inspired to remember that I love what I do, no matter how stressful it can be.  When I have days where I feel like I'm being pulled in all different directions, I can remember that there are hundreds of thousands of inspiring teachers in the same boat.  We aren't alone in living our passion!

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After the afternoon session, we quickly got dressed and ready for the evening event... 

Our EPIC 80s Party!

There are no words for this part of the day...

Thanks to GoNoodle for the awesome Photo Booth!


Several of us also participated in a top-secret FLASH MOB!!!


I am so thankful I was able to be part of the Teacher Blogger Retreat again this year.  I'm already so excited to see what next year brings!

Want the chance to win an AWESOME prize pack, including a Hue Document Camera and a year of ESGI?  Sign up below for your chance!


Want to read more about this year's retreat?  Check out these blog posts!