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I love art. And I especially love the moment when someone who thought they were "not an art person" stops in the middle of a busy theme park and stares at something beautiful without even realizing it. Disney World is full of those moments. And most people walk right past them. So this month's Top 10 on the 10th is dedicated to art educators, classroom teachers, school counselors, curious families, and Disney fans who want to see the parks through a different lens. These are

I know, I know…I haven’t posted in a while. But in my defense, I was actually at Disney doing a little “field research.” And really, what better excuse is there? Sometimes you have to walk through the parks, notice the details, ride the rides, and remember that Disney is full of learning opportunities hiding in plain sight. When most people think about Magic Kingdom, they picture Cinderella Castle, fireworks, churros, and maybe a very strategic plan for getting on as many rid

The end of the school year is basically one big emotional Disney finale. Everyone is tired. Someone is crying. Someone is pretending not to cry. There are snacks involved. And somehow, a room you were ready to escape from in March suddenly feels sentimental in May. As school counselors, teachers, and educators, we spend all year helping students grow, problem-solve, make friends, manage big feelings, and find their way. Then suddenly it is time to say goodbye. Goodbye is hard

I love the big Disney moments as much as anyone. The fireworks. The first walk down Main Street. The music that somehow makes you emotional before you even realize what is happening. But sometimes the Disney moments that stick with me the most are the quiet ones. These are the ones you can miss if you are rushing to the next ride, checking wait times, or trying to make it to your dining reservation on time. One of those moments is the Flag Retreat Ceremony at Magic Kingdom. I