The Technology of Relationships
Scientists have recently discovered yet another way to make digital experiences seem more real. Now, by manipulating tiny dust particles with…
Today is a Good Day!
It came back. The district-required “Intent to Return” form was sitting in my teacher mailbox. I placed it on my…
Sidekick
It’s 7:00 am on a gray and chilly Saturday morning and I’m rushing out the door, dressed and coffee in…
Student Led…School Events?
Back in December, I had an amazing, unexpected experience that really shifted my thinking about school events, teacher responsibilities, and…
Don’t Assume
I’ll be honest. I struggle with long breaks away from school because I wonder if our scholars have what they…
Online Learning: Building Relationships in the Digital Age
This week, I began teaching an online class. I have little experience in online education. I started my undergraduate degree…
Why the Initials after my Name Are Important to my Students
As a young history teacher, I saw myself as expert historian; someone who, like my father did for me, would…
The Emotional Quotient of Education
As we start part two of the school year, I am reminded that what we do isn’t always about the…
Finding Balance
Growing up, there was a lesson my father tried to teach me repeatedly: “You can be excellent at one thing…
If Scholars Ruled the World
As my scholars returned to school from winter break, we had a great discussion on how they could become more…
