07/01/2025
🚍 FOR SALE: Converted 2007 Thomas Built FS65 Bus – $29,000
📍 Fort Worth, TX | Clean Texas title | No CDL required
This converted 2007 Thomas Built Freightliner FS65 short bus was used as a mobile learning studio. It's road-ready and well-suited for a range of uses: mobile therapy, creative business, outreach, studio work, or continued educational support.
✅ Key Features:
23’ short bus (easy to drive/park)
Over 6 ft interior ceiling height
Caribbean Blue exterior repaint + full vinyl wrap (removable branding)
RV-style roof-mounted AC unit
110V shore power plug installed
4 outlets + 8 interior socket lights
Insulated wood-paneled walls and ceiling
Vinyl plank flooring with insulated subfloor
Rear welded platform for generator or gear
Full-height interior partition wall
All 3 entry points secured with keyed puck locks
Rear lift door sealed (not operable)
🛠 Mechanical Work:
Entire air brake system replaced (2023)
Four new rear tires (April 2024)
New battery (May 2025)
Diesel engine | Automatic transmission
All original front cab systems intact
⚠ Notable Issues (photos available):
Water leaks during heavy rain at select window/door seals
Loose front mirrors
Paint wear and minor rust in some areas
Fuel gauge reads ¾ even when full
Stop sign arm is intermittent
Cosmetic wear to interior trim, flooring, and seams
Generator cage and connector show surface rust
💰 Asking Price: $29,000
📸 Additional photos + walk-through video available
📍 Located in Fort Worth, TX
DM with questions or to schedule a viewing.
05/13/2025
🚍 FOR SALE: Big Blue – 2007 Freightliner Mobile Studio
📍 Located in Fort Worth, TX
💰 Asking $35,000 OBO (shipping not included)
📦 Available immediately
Big Blue has been the heart of Sit Beside’s mobile classroom — and she’s now ready for her next creative chapter.
🔹 Specs:
• 2007 Freightliner
• 23 feet long
• ~90 sq ft of flexible interior space
• 6-foot ceilings
🔹 Interior Features:
• Fully insulated
• Light wood vinyl flooring + crisp white walls
• RV-style A/C + multiple outlets
• Predator Inverter 8750 generator (secured in lockable cage)
• Floating benches, table, and stools (all movable/removable)
🔹 Upgrades & Mechanical:
• New air brake system
• 4 new tires
• New batteries (installed May 2025)
• Over $35,000 invested in total renovations
Big Blue is perfect for use as a mobile classroom, therapy space, creative studio, or pop-up shop. She’s a beautifully renovated base for someone ready to launch something meaningful — and personalize it with their own branding and finishing touches.
📩 Interested? Reach out via Messenger or email [email protected] to schedule a tour or request a video walkthrough.
🛠️ Ready to roll. Clean, professional, and ready to customize.
02/06/2025
💭 “I have SO much to do.”
If your high-achieving middle schooler has ever said this, you know the stress is real—even if, on paper, their workload isn’t as overwhelming as it feels. For students who always go above and beyond, even a reasonable to-do list can seem massive.
💡 Here’s how to help them separate actual vs. perceived workload so they can manage stress while maintaining their high standards:
1️⃣ Validate Their Feelings First 💙
Instead of jumping to solutions, acknowledge their experience:
✔️ “It makes sense that this feels like a lot.”
✔️ “Want to go through it together and see what’s really on your plate?”
Taking the time to listen before problem-solving builds trust and lowers stress.
2️⃣ Make the Workload Visible 📋
Sometimes, the mental load of keeping track feels just as heavy as the assignments themselves. Help your child:
✔️ Check off completed work.
✔️ Circle what’s left.
✔️ Break larger tasks into smaller, more manageable steps.
Seeing progress makes everything feel more doable.
3️⃣ Differentiate Between Essential & Extra 🎯
Many high achievers feel like they should do every extra opportunity or go beyond what’s required. Encourage them to ask:
“What’s necessary?”
“What’s optional that I can let go of this time?”
Releasing an extra task isn’t quitting—it’s prioritizing. Just like when we choose takeout over cooking on a busy night, it’s about preserving energy for what matters most.
4️⃣ Encourage Self-Advocacy 🗣️
If they decide to step back from an optional assignment, guide them in communicating with their teacher. Something like:
💬 “I’ve completed the required parts, but I’m choosing not to do the extra section because I have other priorities this week.”
This teaches them how to set boundaries while maintaining their strong work ethic.
✨ Pro Tip: When your child feels overwhelmed, pause and say: “Let’s take a deep breath and see what’s actually left.” Even a quick reset can turn a mountain into a manageable hill.
👀 Parents of high achievers—how does your child handle workload stress? Do they try to do it all, or have they learned to set limits? Let’s chat in the comments! ⬇️
01/30/2025
📱 Middle school looks a little different these days... 📱
Gone are the days of big, bulky agendas. Instead, middle schoolers are managing their homework, assignments, and grades through sleek digital portals and apps. And while they may know exactly what’s due and when—you might feel totally out of the loop.
💡 Here’s how to connect with your child’s digital homework world (without micromanaging!):
1️⃣ Ask for a Tour 🖥️
Instead of assuming or asking, "Do you have homework?" try:
➡️ "Show me how you check your assignments!"
Let them walk you through their online system—it’s a chance for them to be the expert!
2️⃣ Learn Their System 🔄
Ask:
✔️ How do you know when something is due?
✔️ Do you get reminders or notifications?
✔️ What’s working well for you?
3️⃣ Spot the Gaps (Gently!) ⚖️
If they seem overwhelmed or things are slipping through the cracks, try:
💬 "What do you think would help you stay on top of things?"
Sometimes small tweaks—like setting reminders or color-coding—can make a big difference.
4️⃣ Let Them Take the Lead 🚀
This isn’t about checking up—it’s about showing interest and building trust. Your middle schooler will appreciate your support without feeling like you're hovering.
✨ Pro Tip: A quick weekly check-in on their system (not just their grades!) helps them stay organized and keeps communication open.
👀 Middle school parents—what's been your experience with digital homework? Does your child have a solid system, or is it still a work in progress? Drop a comment below! ⬇️
01/27/2025
✨🚌✨ Beep-Beep! Don’t mind us, just having some math fun!
01/19/2025
🌟 Last Call! 🌟
Our Mindset Maintenance workshop starts in just 2 days—and we don’t want you to miss out!
This 6-session series is designed for kids (ages 10–12) and their parents to:
💡 Build confidence and resilience.
🧠 Turn challenges into opportunities.
🎯 Learn practical strategies for problem-solving and stress management.
✨ Set meaningful goals using our VITALS of Success framework.
📅 When: Wednesdays Jan 22-Feb 26
⏰ Time: 6:30–8:00 PM (Parent education from 7:30–8:00 PM)
📍 Where: Terra Therapies, Fort Worth
Led by experts Jennifer Hannah, M.Ed., M.A., and Courtney Huckabee, LPC, NCC, this workshop will empower your child to thrive and give you the tools to support them at home.
🎟️ It’s not too late to sign up!
📲 Call Terra Therapies at 817-887-9505 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot today.
👉 Let’s grow together—don’t wait!
01/13/2025
✨ One Week to Go! ✨
We’re just 7 days away from kicking off Mindset Maintenance: A Growth Mindset Group! 🌟
This 6-week workshop is designed to help kids ages 10-12 build confidence, develop resilience, and learn how to embrace challenges with the Power of Yet.
📅 Starts: Wednesday, Jan 22
⏰ Time: 6:30-8 PM
📍 Location: Terra Therapies, Fort Worth
💲 Cost: $300
💡 Why this workshop is a game-changer:
Kids will learn how their brains grow, develop emotional regulation skills, and set meaningful goals.
Parents will get weekly support with strategies to encourage Growth Mindset at home.
It’s not too late to register!
📧 Email [email protected]
📞 Call 817.887.9505
Let’s make 2025 the year your child thrives! 🌱
01/09/2025
🌱 Mindset Maintenance: A Growth Mindset Group 🌱
A workshop designed to support kids AND parents!
✨ For Ages: 10-12
📅 Dates: Wednesdays, Jan 22 - Feb 26
⏰ Time: 6:30-8 PM
📍 Location: Terra Therapies, Fort Worth
💲 Cost: $300
This isn’t just for kids—it’s for YOU too!
Parents will gain:
1️⃣ Practical strategies: Learn how to encourage effort over outcome and manage emotions with tools like the Feelings Thermometer.
2️⃣ Insight into growth: Understand what your child is learning each week and discover ways to support their progress at home.
3️⃣ Space to reflect: Join parent-focused sessions with Courtney Huckabay, to foster a Growth Mindset in your family and model resilience.
This 6-week experience is a chance to grow together as a family, building confidence and resilience for 2025 and beyond.
📧 Reserve your spot today: [email protected]
📞 Call: 817.887.9505
🌟 Limited spots available—don’t wait!
01/02/2025
🌟 Mindset Maintenance: A Growth Mindset Group 🌟
A 6-week journey to help kids embrace challenges, build confidence, and thrive!
✨ For Ages: 10-12
📅 Dates: Wednesdays, Jan 22 - Feb 26
⏰ Time: 6:30-8 PM
📍 Location: Terra Therapies, Fort Worth
💲 Cost: $300
What your child will experience:
Weeks 1 & 2: Understand Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset, explore how the brain grows, and learn emotional regulation.
Weeks 3 & 4: Tackle stress, use tools like the Zones of Regulation, and set personal goals with the Tree of Yet.
Weeks 5 & 6: Develop problem-solving strategies and set actionable goals using the VITALS framework.
✨ Each session includes fun, interactive activities like constructing a model of a brain, creating comic strips, and playing problem-solving games.
Parents also join weekly support sessions to gain tools to encourage a Growth Mindset at home!
📧 Email us today: [email protected]
📞 Call: 817.887.9505
🌱 Spots are limited—don’t wait! Let’s make 2025 your child’s best year yet.
11/19/2024
✨🚌✨ at the table recently
11/14/2024
‘It feels good when the table is full.’
There’s something special about a full table. 💛 One of our Sit Beside learners recently said, ‘It feels good when the table is full.’ That simple statement captures the magic of our small-group learning sessions on Big Blue.
Each week, we create a space where learners not only work through math problems but also feel a sense of belonging and support. Together, they build confidence, share ideas, and cheer each other on. 🌱
Right now, we have a few open seats in our 2nd, 4th, and 5th grade math groups—and we’d love for your learner to join the table. Let’s make learning a journey they’re excited to be part of. 🚌💙
DM to save a spot at the table.
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