Meet Nicole

Hi, thank you so much for being here! I'm Nicole, a wife, mother of two and a teacher in Hawaii. I have taught every elementary grade from preschool to 5th grade and now teach middle school English learners. I grew up, went to college, and taught for seven years in Oregon. My family now lives in Hawaii and we love it here! I have a Master's degree and endorsements in early childhood, elementary, literacy, and ESOL. I am passionate about reading, language acquisition, arts integration, and supporting other teachers. I love the collaborative nature of blogging and look forward to swapping ideas with you!

My family with our dogs in the Olinda Forest on Maui in 2019


My family, at the Lodge at Koele on Lana‘i in 2013

Teaching kindergarten in 2007


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