Lisa Higbee

Music has a unique way of carrying history straight to the heart. As we approach a massive milestone in our nation's story—the 250th anniversary of the United States—I found myself reflecting on the incredible journey that brought us here. That reflection turned into inspiration, and today, I am thrilled to share my latest original song: "A Nation Proud and Strong." This piece is a musical journey through the defining moments of America's birth, honoring the profound sacrifices of the early patriots and the careful, deliberate debates that shaped our Constitution. It is a tribute to our past, but it is also an invitation for all of us today to keep giving our best to build a bright future. 🎶 The Story Behind the Lyrics When writing this song, I wanted the lyrics to be both accessible and meaningful, making it easy for young minds to connect with deep historical concepts like the three branches of government and the concept of a "quarter of a millennium." He...

We live in a world that moves incredibly fast. Between managing our busy schedules, keeping up with daily responsibilities, and navigating the constant stream of news on our screens, it’s easy to feel a little disconnected from the bigger picture. We often look for ways to anchor ourselves back to what really matters: connection, unity, and a shared sense of purpose. Lately, I’ve been channeling these reflections into a creative project. I sat down and wrote a short, simple patriotic song called "Land of Liberty." While it’s a brief piece, music has a beautiful way of taking big, complex ideas and turning them into heartfelt truths we can all relate to. More Than Just a Symbol When we look at our flag, we see a symbol of our history and a representation of our country. But symbols are only as strong as the people who stand beneath them. The true strength of any neighborhood, town, or nation isn't found in a piece of fabric—it’s found in our daily choice to show up for one...

 If you walked into my speech room at Fiddler's Elementary or visited my Post-High transition group lately, you might have been surprised to see us doing yoga poses and flows. As an SLP, my goal has always been to help students find their voice. But after practicing yoga in various yoga studios and completing my 200-hour teacher training at the Integrated School of Yoga , I realized that "voice" starts much lower than the throat—it starts with a strong core, regulated breath, and a sense of physical safety. The "Why" Behind the Mat For our neurodivergent young adults, the transition to the "real world" requires more than just vocabulary; it requires vocational readiness . I’ve started integrating movement-based mindfulness to target three specific areas: Receptive Language: Following a "flow" is just a series of complex, multi-step directions. When a student moves from Mountain Pose to Tree Pose , they are processing spatial concepts and au...