157. Looking Back to Move Forward: A Year of Systems, Surprises, and Survival for Special Educators

Ready to reset for the new year—but feeling like the last one ran you over?

In this special end-of-year episode of the Special Educators Resource Room podcast, I’m sharing a personal behind-the-scenes look at what really happened in 2025—and how I used simple organizational systems to survive some of the most overwhelming seasons of my life.

From medical emergencies and tech chaos to travel, moving, and launching a new website for the Task Box Dollar Club, I put all my favorite time-saving strategies to the test… and they held up.

Whether you're planning for a new quarter, tackling burnout, or looking to rebuild routines after the holidays, this episode is filled with tips and encouragement designed for real classrooms and real lives.

✅ Plus, I’m sharing what’s next for the podcast, why I’m taking a short break, and how to stay connected on YouTube for quick tips and new videos focused on independent work systems and task boxes. Come follow along here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUOwUms-ennQ36JBXYnComA

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If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

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