Back Where My Heart Belongs

In this heartfelt episode of Chalkboard Chatter, Candice shares her inspiring journey back to Detroit Public Schools as a 4th and 5th grade master teacher — returning to the students and classrooms where her passion truly lives. She reflects on her summer of walking, not just as a form of exercise, but as a powerful path toward peace of mind, improved health, and meaningful connection with her husband, Vern. Candice opens up about winning the 2024 Teacher of the Year award and the exciting news of being nominated for the Michigan State University Distinguished Alumni Award. From navigating Detroit’s real estate market in search of the perfect new home to enjoying stretches of mid-70s weather, this episode is full of warmth, renewal, and joy. Plus, she shares a fresh Mediterranean recipe of the week — perfect for busy teachers and parents — and invites listeners to reflect, reset, and prepare for the second half of 2025 with intention. Whether you’re an educator, parent, or just someone looking to reconnect with your “why,” this episode will leave you inspired and grounded. Subscribe, comment, and share — your story matters, and this space is for all of us.