During my first year of implementation, I faced a serious case of teacher burn out! Luckily, I am not a quitter. Through careful reflection, I was able to outline key steps in implementation that would help me move forward in building my thinking classroom. I hope that participants will be able to take back to their classrooms, school sites, and school districts sustainable practices and a personal implementation plan that moves the work forward in a positive way. Specifically, I will highlight the following: starting small, trusting the process, setting goals, and finding/building your support community.