What happens when the Wi-Fi goes down, the projector freezes, or the daily First Five email just will not load? For one teacher in Scranton, Pennsylvania, it was not a setback, it was an opportunity.
Her students love The First Five. It is their favorite way to start the day, and she did not want to let a tech glitch get in the way. So she and her students made their own version on the spot. They created questions, shared quotes, and even came up with quick connections together. Instead of frustration, the moment turned into laughter, creativity, and a reminder that The First Five is about people, not screens.
Our very own Circlemamma was on campus that day and witnessed the magic unfold. She watched this teacher turn a challenge into a triumph, saving the day for her students and proving that connection always wins.
This story is a shoutout to that educator in Scranton and a reminder to all of us: no tech? No problem. The First Five is not just a resource, it is a mindset. When we prioritize connection, care, and character, classrooms can keep running on heart and imagination alone.
– Edtomorrow Team