Donor's Choose Alert!!

Friday, July 27, 2018 No comments


I recently created a Donors Choose project to fund an expansion of rich, diverse literature for my first and second grade class!

The first seven days are key to my project's success.  If you choose to give (any amount helps!), you'll receive updates and photos of this project in action and my students' sincere gratitude.  I can almost hear the chorus of thank-yous from my kids already!

Thank you for your consideration!  Please feel free to share this post with anyone who might have an interest in helping fund a project for a public school!

Stop Everything! Go to Your Local Michaels!!

Stop Everything!
Go to Your Local Michaels!!


I got all of these amazing items to help with center storage and classroom organization for only $78!!
I combined the sales for the week, 40% off coupon, and the 20% off TOTAL order for teachers coupon TODAY ONLY (7/27/18)!!  The retail value of all items purchased adds up to $149.96!


My amazing teacher friend, JoAnne shared these deals with me and I just have to pass them along to you!!  

(3) 6 cup caddies:  $4.99 each
(2) Large Photo and Craft Keepers:  $10 each (reg. $40.00 each)
Lexington 3-Tier Rolling Cart:  $30 
Really Useful Boxes 16-ct Box Organizer:  $14.99 (reg. $24.99)

Let me know what you picked up with this awesome savings!  I love to see how others will use things in their classroom!

Happy Shopping!

What's New with My Crew?

Thursday, July 26, 2018 No comments

Well, we're about to start a new school year, so I thought now would be a good time to update everyone on what my crew has been up to!  I am hoping to get back into the "blogging thing" and keep the blog more updated than I have the past few years.  This is one of my creative outlets and I just haven't been making enough time for it!

I have some BIG news - on June 30th - I got married!  My wife and I had the most beautifully, perfect day and are looking forward to a lifetime of happiness!  My adorable son, Mason, was our ring bearer, and my beautiful daughter, Kylie, was our flower girl.  I am patiently waiting for all of our beautiful photos back from the photographer, so until then, I'll just give you some sneak peeks!


Who:  Mrs. & Mrs. Jen and Sarah Hempel
Where:  Burl Oaks Golf Course, Minnetrista, MN
When:  June 30, 2018 @ 5:00 p.m.
Flowers:  White Daisies, Coral Carnations, Babies Breath
Wedding Colors:  Coral & Mint
Wedding Party:  Hannah Mayo, Sarah's Matron of Honor (sister of bride)
Josh Hempel, Jen's Best Bridesman (brother of bride)
Mel Lee, Jen's Bridesmaid (friend of bride)
Kylie, Flower Girl (daughter of bride)
Mason, Ring Bearer (son of bride)

In the meantime, I am working to get my blog updated to something like...
Blogging with Mrs. Hempel
Mrs. Hempel
Exploring with Mrs. Hempel
What's your vote?  What should the title of my blog be moving forward? 
Leave me a note below!!

💜 What's new with your crew? 💜