Dr. Jackie Minor
COMBATING SPRINGTIME ANXIETY. 5 Tips Every Educator Needs to Know
While most of the world is relishing the newness of spring, many educators succumb to bouts of anxiety and uncertainty during this time...
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VICTORIOUS EDUCATORS BLOG
Every educator wants to make a difference. Time spent with God interacting with Him through His word is essential to our success. Our blogs are available to support you, encourage you and guide you. As you read through the posts below, feel free to use our free reflection forms to process alone or with others.
Christmas: A Lifestyle
Christmas should live in our hearts year-round. As we approach a new year, download this document for encouragement.
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Dr. Jackie Minor
Apr 9, 20235 min read
GOD'S IMMEASURABLE AND MIRACULOUS RESURRECTION POWER. Do We Have a Part to Play?
I consider myself a lifelong learner. As an educator, I’m sure you do, too. I have purposefully taken some additional time this past...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Mar 26, 20234 min read
APPROACHING SPRING LIKE A BOSS: Three Pandemic Remembrances to Embrace.
I saw this past week that it has been three years since our world went on lockdown due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Three years! Can you...
Hannah Hunk-Fishburn
Mar 12, 20236 min read
LOVE AND FEAR. What Students Really Think and Our Much-Needed Response
One wall of my high school Spanish classroom is covered in student work. It is currently entitled, “El Amor y El Miedo," which translates...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Feb 26, 20236 min read
NEED A HEART CHECK? Three Ways to Open Your Heart
I know, I know. Our last blog focused on protecting your heart, and now I’m telling you to open your heart. I promise I haven’t lost it! ...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Feb 12, 20236 min read
NEED A HEART CHECK? Three Ways to Protect Your Heart in a World of Negativity
How is your heart doing these days? Do you even think about it? Do you realize your heart needs to be protected and guarded? I recognize...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jan 29, 20236 min read
THE SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE. What Does It Look Like in School?
A couple of weeks ago the weather here in Texas was unseasonably warm. The wind was mild, and the sun was shining. It was perfect...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jan 15, 20234 min read
STRONG, SENT, AND SUCCESSFUL - Mighty Educator, The Lord is With You!
Does God ever “Wow!” you? Does He ever send you a message that makes you pause and say, “OK. I’m listening, God!” I was reading in...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jan 1, 20236 min read
BY FAITH in 2023. What Will It Take to Be a Hero?
The past few months have been pretty special for me. My oldest daughter and her family have been within 30 minutes of us as they prepare...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 27, 20224 min read
NOT SO FAST! Stop and Consider Three Ways to Internalize Christmas
Christmas 2022 is in the books. All the hype is over, and as much as we want to embrace the spirit of the season, many educators are...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 18, 20224 min read
CHRISTMAS: A Celebration of Life – YOURS!
I hope the title of this blog got your attention! You might be wondering what in the world I am talking about since we all know Jesus is...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 11, 20224 min read
A PRESENT OF PRESENCE: The Gift that Keeps on Giving
I love Christmas time! I have such fond memories of singing Christmas carols, reuniting with family, opening gifts, and eating (or should...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 4, 20225 min read
DISCIPLINE—EVERY TEACHER’S WORST NIGHTMARE. What Does the Bible Have to Say?
When it comes to teaching, discipline is not one of my favorite topics. I really do think I was traumatized during my administrative...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Nov 20, 20224 min read
A Better Thanksgiving with Very Little Effort!
When it comes to most things in life, we all want to get better and be better. That certainly holds true in the field of education....
Dr. Vern Minor
Nov 13, 20224 min read
Sticks and Stones
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. I suspect many of us used this response when we were children....
Dr. Jackie Minor
Nov 6, 20225 min read
MAINTAIN A HEART OF THANKFULNESS: Practical Advice for Every Educator
“I’m always so busy during the holidays just trying to keep my head above water. The time between Halloween and Christmas is often a...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 30, 20226 min read
EVERYDAY OCCURRENCES: Opportunities to Change a Life
Sometimes the Lord gives us a glimpse into something wondrous. He provides chances in life to view familiar scenes through new eyes, eyes...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 23, 20223 min read
HELP US SERVE YOU. Your Input Is Vital!
I want to start off by thanking you for taking the time to read this blog. I realize time is precious, and the fact that you are willing...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 16, 20226 min read
WHAT DID YOU LEARN TODAY? Why Is This Question So Important?
How many of you have ever asked your own children, “What did you learn today?” I suspect many of your kids responded like mine by...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 9, 20225 min read
THE BENEFITS OF SUFFERING - What Is God Up To?
It isn’t fun to write a blog on suffering. Suffering is not a topic anyone wants to talk about. It is so much easier to pretend it...
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