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April Storyteller: The Future is Here: Are schools adapting?
Over the years, I have watched schools transition from compartmentalized learning to integrating subject areas, shifting to hands-on, experiential learning, and embracing the necessity for developing critical thinking skills. This shift laid the groundwork for the major educational changes on the horizon today.

Merry Sorrells
Apr 28


March Storyteller: I Miss My Friend. Overcoming loss while uncovering a fulfilling future.
As our children grew up, we grew closer together. We held hands everywhere we went. How do you let that go after 40 years of marriage?

Merry Sorrells
Mar 30


February Storyteller: Diving Into the Delta, A Liminal Moment in Education
Our liminal moment in education is the threshold on which we are currently balancing.

Merry Sorrells
Feb 23


January Storyteller: Overcoming Our Unbelief
We pray to God for answers and healing, but when the answers come, and they're not what we expect, our faith can disappear.

Merry Sorrells
Jan 26


Christmas Edition: The Truce, He is the Prince of Peace
Among all the bustle of the season, I try to remind myself of the true spirit of Christmas and the reason for the holiday.

Merry Sorrells
Dec 24, 2024


Thanksgiving Edition: Storyteller, Podcast Updates, Save-the-Date for the Little Snowman and the Star Christmas Storytime
Thanksgiving is here, and I am inspired by the thought that I want to be the one.  I want to get to where gratitude is not an afterthought.

Merry Sorrells
Nov 24, 2024


Celebrating One Year of Storyteller with the launch of Storyteller LIVE
October marks the 1st anniversary of Storyteller and I'm celebrating the occasion by doing something I've never done before.

Merry Sorrells
Oct 19, 2024


"Navigating a new world of education." How do we serve our students and the world in an unsurpassed educational environment?
We are navigating a new world of education, and they are charting their courses along with us.

Merry Sorrells
Sep 21, 2024


"Walking on Sunshine" How life's changes can bring you joy.
I recently saw a LinkedIn moniker that read: Retired. Walking on Sunshine. I love that and decided to explore it a little further.

Merry Sorrells
Aug 24, 2024


Surviving Loss by Relying on Love and Faith
As challenges arise, I revisit times when I have witnessed friends and loved ones demonstrate resilience by relying on grace and love.

Merry Sorrells
Jul 28, 2024


American Heroes United by the Flag
A story about a flag and the heroes who saved it, returning it to the owner who fought for it.

Merry Sorrells
Jun 30, 2024


Top 10 Summer Activities Challenge
Summer is here and it's time to kick-off the Top 10 Summer Activities Challenge!

Merry Sorrells
May 26, 2024


Time to Soar
"Time to Soar" is about a graduation story and the importance of celebrating God's blessings.

Merry Sorrells
May 19, 2024


How do YOU Talk to God?
Thank you for subscribing to Storyteller, a monthly digital series about faith, family, life, and learning. Welcome back, Readers! Have...

Merry Sorrells
Apr 21, 2024


Education Must Change, Part III: Why integrated studies and future-based skills must be prioritized in the curriculum.
Thank you for subscribing to Storyteller, a monthly digital series about faith, family, life, and learning. Welcome back, Readers! In...

Merry Sorrells
Apr 21, 2024


Education Must Change, Part II: The qualities and skills required to change it.
Thank you for subscribing to Storyteller, a monthly digital series about faith, family, life, and learning. Welcome back, Readers! Last...

Merry Sorrells
Feb 17, 2024


Education Must Change. What should today's teaching look like?
Thank you for subscribing to Storyteller, a monthly digital series about faith, family, life, and learning. Dear Readers, Several years...

Merry Sorrells
Jan 21, 2024


Love can always find us
I remember only too well the first Christmas after our daughter Jenn passed away. I learned a profound lesson about divine love.

Merry Sorrells
Dec 16, 2023


Jimmy's Gift, The Joy that Comes with Giving
It is hard to believe that this is already Thanksgiving week. Before it slips past us, I’d like to share one of my favorite memories. Enjoy!

Merry Sorrells
Nov 17, 2023


Welcome to a New Chapter!
Thank you for joining Storyteller, my new monthly digital series that I’ve created as a way to share and connect with others.

Merry Sorrells
Oct 19, 2023
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