It's a last resort effort.

We decided that since the event would be free, we should combine the show with an effort to raise money for a good cause.

I love cooking and I have really enjoyed my job.

There is a lot of hassling around test scores. There can't be a fall guy here. Everybody has to play their part and help the children.

You have to present learning in a different way at times, but do it in a challenging way to not distract the intense readers. We have to do it because not every student comes in at grade-level reading. It's not successful each time, but you try to bring the joy back to some of the students who are behind.

It brings back positive memories of sitting with parents and siblings. It's a warm and positive association that calls back a point in mastery with the students.