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     Third Visit: Kate Fiori, Vero Beach Elementary School, Vero Beach - Visiting Vero Beach Elementary School was delightful! I was greeted with a cute sign welcoming me and happy smiles from the clerical staff. As I walked through the teachers’ lounge area, ther...

     Second Visit: Vanessa Ko, Palm Harbor Middle School, Palm Harbor - Palm Harbor Middle School is a beautiful school. Bright posters and student work adorned the walls showing their Panther Pride. The office staff was very friendly and employed students as...

     This blog series is going to be a blast! I am visiting the classrooms of some amazing teachers, the other four 2018 Florida Teacher of the Year finalists. The five of us, Diego Fuentes, Vanessa Ko, Kate Fiori, Mike Miller and I instantly became the best of friends...

Since my children graduated from high school and left home to pursue their dreams, it has been hard to get everyone home at the same time. This year, all four of my children were able to travel home for spring break. Having them all together reminded me of how unique e...

This Valentine’s Day, I am excited to serve up the Florida Standards in the sweetest way possible – PERFECT CHOCOLATE CAKE! My grandmother first made this recipe in 1982, and it quickly took the top spot in our hearts. I hope that your family enjoys this delicious dess...

Today, I am thrilled to share two recipes that are perfect for holiday potlucks!  They are portable and easy to save if there are leftovers, although I doubt there will be with my dad’s favorite pineapple casserole.  Try these easy-to-make and easy-to-take recipes with...

The holidays are well underway, and I am excited to share two more of my prized family recipes.  I hope that you and your families enjoy these delicious new menu items and that these tips help you incorporate learning into your food preparation.

The first recipe is JOY...

A medida que se acerca la Navidad y preparamos nuestro menú para la cena de la familia Jerkins, no puedo evitar pensar en el postre. Nuestra familia ama los postres y siempre es la parte más difícil del menú para elegir. Este año, hemos decidido hacer el Paste Ruiseñor...

As Christmas approaches and we put together our menu for the Jerkins family dinner, I can’t help but think of dessert.  Our family loves dessert and it is always the hardest part of the menu to choose.  This year, we’ve decided on Hummingbird Cake.  I am thrilled...

Una de mis queridas amigas, Margaret Wesley, compartió esta fantástica receta de GELATINA CON ENSALADA DE FRUTAS con mi familia. Margaret hace algo especial para cada convivencia de la iglesia, y te hace sentir especial cuando hablas con ella. Hablar con tus hijos debe...