Tiffany Matteson

So excited to see @matthew_west again tonight! #DontStopPraying #WinterJam

Every January brings pressure. New goals. New habits. A new version of yourself you’re apparently supposed to become overnight. But most people I know don’t step into a new year needing a total overhaul. They step into it tired. Carrying things they didn’t choose. Still recovering from moments no one else saw. Maybe what we need most right now isn’t a new year at all. Maybe we need a new way to treat ourselves. Read more: toddnesloney.com/2026/01/06/you…

Teachers don't always get to see the fruit of their labor.

Many years ago, I took my middle son Christmas shopping. He was about seven years old and on a very important mission: finding the perfect gift for his mom. As we wandered through the store, his eyes suddenly locked onto something. It wasn’t flashy. It wasn’t expensive. It was a small, green decorative stone shaped like a heart. He picked it up immediately and asked, “Can I get this for Mom?” Without thinking, I blurted out the practical, grown-up response: “Will… that’s a rock. What is Mom going to do with a rock?” He looked up at me, completely unfazed, and said simply, “She can treasure it.” In that moment, my heart melted. We bought the rock. And here’s the best part: nearly twenty years later, that little green heart still sits on our bathroom counter. And my wife? She still treasures it. Not because of what it cost—but because of the love behind it. As we step into this new year, may we remember that some of life’s most meaningful gifts don’t sparkle or impress at first glance. They’re found in quiet moments, small gestures, and sincere intentions. Let’s treasure the people in our lives. The colleagues who show up. The friends who listen. The family who loves us imperfectly but faithfully. The opportunities we’re so busy chasing that we sometimes forget to appreciate. An attitude of gratitude changes how we see everything. Here’s to treasuring what truly matters.

Benjamin is taking the plunge this year in honor of Isabelle and in support of Special Olympics. Visit Ben's page to learn more. All support- donations, likes, shares, and encouraging comments- is appreciated! #SuperBelle #Downsyndrome #lucky #Inclusion impact.specialolympicsva.org/fundraiser/685…

SCPS is Igniting Minds and Illuminating Futures! We're ready to #glow and #grow this school year. Thank you @TechNinjaTodd for getting us started! #teachertwitter #education #GrowthMindset #teamSMS

@TechNinjaTodd You were awesome! Thanks for helping us start the year off right!

Love the time with Southampton County Schools this morning!!

Ben is raising money for #SpecialOlympics in honor of our niece, Isabelle. Please help him reach his #goal! impact.specialolympicsva.org/fundraiser/593… #deputy #leo #donate #DownSyndrome #LuckyFew #sports #polarplunge #fundraising #family #fun #include #InclusionMatters #InclusiveEducation

@SteelCityHelps I'd love to know more. 😊

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My hubby will be Freezin for a reason in February & we would love your help in supporting #SpecialOlympics! impact.specialolympicsva.org/fundraiser/593… #teacher #teachertwitter #Disability #sports #polarplunge #fundraising #Inclusion #deputy #charity #specialeducation

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Hey #teachertwitter! Which one are you going with?

@PearDeck @StanleyBrand One goal I have this year is to find work/life balance.

Stay hydrated in and out of the classroom with today's #Peartember giveaway! We're giving 2️⃣ educators a chance to win a brand new @StanleyBrand tumbler! 💦 To enter, RT this tweet and reply with a goal you have for the school year. 🏫✨

@ProdigyGame I'm grateful for my students.

It's #WorldGratitudeDay and we're grateful for you, our amazing community! Comment back with something you're grateful for, and we'll select 10 teachers to send a gift to tomorrow 🎁🥰#giveaway

So excited to meet @heyhopeking and @heywadeking today! What a great way to kick off the school year! #thewildcard #southamptoncountypublicschools #scps #GYTO

Hey #teachertwitter! Let’s see those classrooms! Drop an ORANGE LIST with it!

@SteelCityHelps It's a work in progress. 2023-2024 Classroom Wishlist - Amazon Gift List - amazon.com/registries/gl/…

@SaadiaFaruqi Thank you for the chance and for spreading the love of reading!

🥳 Giveaway! Like, RT, and make sure you follow me for a chance to win 1 of 5 hardcover copies of Marya Khan And The Fabulous Jasmine Garden! Ends Wednesday, USA only.

Teacher Appreciation Giveaway #teacher #teachertwitter #TEACHers #Giveaway #education #edutwitter #teach #teacherlife #teacherappreciation ramseysolutions.com/education/teac…