The Student Teacher
Part of my 2011 teaching plan includes mentoring a student teacher. In the past, mentoring student teachers has been a…
So this is Christmas…
Download 14 Happy Xmas (War Is Over) “So this is Christmas… And what have you done? Another year over.…
Accomplished Teaching?
by Alaina As 2010 comes to a close, many of us are reflecting on our accomplishments – and things we’d…
Finals Week … Before Winter Break
When I was a kid, it was called Christmas Break. “Winter” works just as well. I went to my nieces’…
An Image
If your days are anything like mine than you must feel as though you are surrounded by a constant static…
A Child’s Perspective
by Jen We have heard from many teachers on this site, why they teach. So I thought I would ask…
Symptoms of Failure
It’s a farce, and kids know it. When students ask in math class, “When am I ever going to use…
Why I (STILL) Teach?
Seriously, why does anyone still teach!? There have been many great posts these past few weeks that answers the question,…
Speak Up
Teaching my fourth graders the importance of voicing their opinion is a powerful step in their growth and development as…
I’m Just Sayin’
About 8 years ago I embarked on the rigorous journey toward National Board Certification. I hope it’s OK to speak…