Dr. Jackie Minor
THE GOODNESS OF GOD: What It Is and Why It Matters
When I think of all the sermons I’ve heard, the Bible studies I’ve completed, and the books I’ve read, I don’t remember anyone ever...
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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
Sep 25, 20225 min read
SURVIVING SEASONS OF DROUGHT: From Brown and Withering to Green and Flourishing
I want to use this week’s blog to tell you about something that may seem a little unusual. It seems lately I have been thinking in terms...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Sep 18, 20225 min read
NEW YEAR, NEW OPPORTUNITIES: Making the Most of Our Time
The beginning of each new school year is always so exciting. The smell of fresh paint and clean rooms awakens our senses to a fresh...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Sep 11, 20225 min read
WHO ARE YOU LISTENING TO? Three tips to Silencing Our Inner Critic
It is heartbreaking when students say something like the comments listed below. · “I’m not good at this.” · “I’m so stupid.” ·...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Sep 4, 20223 min read
Celebrating Labor Day Through the Eyes of a Christian Educator
For some reason, the word “labor” conjures up weird pictures in my head. I don’t know why, but I automatically visualize men, dirty and...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Aug 28, 20225 min read
Is It OK to Be Needy?
It probably isn’t popular or even wise to admit one’s neediness these days. For the purposes of this blog, I am not referring to...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Aug 21, 20224 min read
I SEE YOU! Welcome New Staff with Open Arms
Do you have new staff members in your building this year? According to the National Center for Education Statistics (October 2023), the...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Aug 14, 20224 min read
It's an Inside Job!
The beginning of the year is such an exciting time. New materials, clean classrooms, fresh faces, renewed energy—it is all so inspiring!...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Aug 7, 20225 min read
SOLITUDE: Significant and Serious
You might be wondering why I would write a blog in August about solitude. To be honest, I can’t think of a better time to remind us all...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jul 31, 20224 min read
GREAT EXPECTATIONS: Approaching a New Year Fully Convinced!
Empty school parking lots are starting to show signs of life. Many administrators and support staff are back at work, and teachers are...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jul 24, 20226 min read
Living Victoriously Isn’t An Anomaly!
I hope you had a chance to read last week’s blog by Kathy Gross. If not, you can find it by clicking on the link below....
Kathy Gross
Jul 17, 20226 min read
Celebrating a True Victorious Educator
How many dear friends do you have because your paths crossed as educators? In my opinion, this is one of the biggest blessings of being...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jul 10, 20224 min read
Soaking Up the Sonshine!
I have always loved the sun. Growing up in Southwest Kansas was all about summers in the sunshine. I distinctly remember spending long...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jul 3, 20223 min read
Independence Is Overrated
July 4, Independence Day, is celebrated as the birth of American independence. No matter who you are, your political party, or your...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jun 26, 20224 min read
Skipping Through Summer
It has been a while since I have done much skipping. The last time I did so was with my granddaughters. In preparation for this blog, I...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jun 19, 20224 min read
Playing Catch-Up
I cleaned out my pantry today. It was not an overly exciting project, but boy does it feel good! I can’t believe how much stuff we have...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jun 12, 20225 min read
REST—Is It REALLY Possible?
Summer is here for most educators and the “to do” list has begun! I can remember spending my summer trying to do everything I had put...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jun 5, 20224 min read
PERMISSION TO BOAST
Boasting isn’t a word many of us embrace, and rightfully so. Those who boast are often seen as prideful and self-absorbed, traits no one...
Dr. Jackie Minor
May 29, 20225 min read
Overwhelmed by Tragedy: What Should Be Our Response?
It is with a heavy heart that I pen this week’s blog. I don’t want to talk about the recent shooting in Uvalde, Texas. I don’t want to...
Michael Dennis
May 22, 20225 min read
The Kingdom in the Classroom
It is because I know that you don’t hear this nearly enough that I begin this blog with the words, “thank you.” In a world that is...
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