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You're HERE. Welcome to our GEG Tampa blog! As we open up this digital space, I wanted to share a quick reflection I recently posted about a trap so many of us fall into as educators and leaders: perfectionism. Some days we crush the mountain. Other days? We just need the memory of a goldfish. We need to hit the reset button, forget the last twenty minutes of total frustration, and just keep moving. It’s easy to feel like if everything isn’t smooth and fully figured out by noon, we’re falling behind. But perfectionism is all fear. The next time you feel like your ideas are "all over the place," try giving yourself a new reframe: You aren’t all over the place. You are diverging. Divergent thinking is messy, loud, and uncomfortable. But that exact space is where actual creativity and real leadership happen. That is what I hope this group becomes for us—a place where we can share the wins, but also drop the facade, ask the questions, and test out ideas without needing everything to be perfect first. Let's see...when a lesson or a tool goes totally sideways, what’s your go-to reset button? Take a breath and drop a comment below!   (P.S. You can read the original full Substack article HERE)     ... View more

Hey GEG Tampa Crew! 👋 It’s time to officially launch our community, get to know each other, and kick off the school year connected! Whether you're a Googley pro or just getting started, everyone is welcome. Join us for our first virtual meetup—it’s super casual and informal. Grab a coffee, energy drink, or your favorite afternoon snack, pop in, and let's chat! When: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 @ 4:00 PM EST Where: Virtual via Google Meet (Link sent after RSVP) What to Expect: Relaxed chat to meet local Tampa Bay area educators & tech lovers Open space to share what you’d like to see from GEG Tampa this year Zero pressure—just good connections & fresh ideas! 👉 GEG TAMPA Event RSVP  Fill out the quick 60-second RSVP form above to receive the Google Meet link! Can't wait to see everyone on screen! ... View more

Hi everyone, I'm Jill (a little more about me below)! Welcome to our brand-new digital home! The virtual keys have been handed over, the Wi-Fi is strong, and the GEG US Tampa space is officially live. Consider this our local sandbox—a place to swap all things Google, ask "how do I do this in Slides?" without judgment, share classroom wins, and connect with Tampa Bay educators who truly get it. To kick off our very first roll call, drop a comment below with: Your name & your role/school One thing bringing you joy this week (bonus points for sharing a fave beverage or surprisingly effective teacher tricks) What you're here for most: smart strategies, fresh ideas, or peer support? So glad you’re here—let’s build something awesome together! 🌴 With joy, ... View more