A couple of weeks ago, I watched a PBS Frontline video called "Poor Kids" at the recommendation of my wife, a professional development specialist and former Head Start teacher. This show focuses on four families (one from Iowa) and how... Continue Reading →
As I've mentioned before, not only am I a fifth grade teacher, but I'm a jr. high girls basketball coach as well. A glutton for punishment for certain, but I love the sport and love being a teacher somewhere else... Continue Reading →
Today, is a PLC day. We have created a schedule where every other Wednesday kids get out at 2:00 and we move into our PLC groups for two hours of planning, collaborating, and general chumminess that goes on with these group. I'll... Continue Reading →
I need to thank the two parents who gave me that quote for the inspiration for this 100th blog entry! Who knew I had so many words in me, just dying to get out! Anyway, back to your regularly scheduled... Continue Reading →
Wait, you say, it's January 4! Aren't you a little late?? Well, keeping with what makes me unique, I'm a couple of days late. You'll see this addressed later, I promise! I've seen people try to keep their personal... Continue Reading →
Just a note from me to you: Thank you! - Thank you for taking the time to read these random posts of thought. - Thank you for replying (those who do). I appreciate the comments, and for... Continue Reading →
I've been doomy and gloomy as of late, and have had a hard time getting out of this funk. I know I've said that much of this was worked through in June, but when the climate is as it is... Continue Reading →
I've not been writing as much for a number of reasons as of late, but the biggest being nerves right now. When I'm in the middle of a lesson, surrounded by the cherubs with their questions, their attitude, their smiles... Continue Reading →
First, it's snowing on my WordPress page! That's pretty cool! As this season of basketball progresses, I've found myself loving every single minute that I'm with these girls. They are quirky, hormonal, obnoxious, and drive me crazy with their... Continue Reading →
The Life of a Conflicted Teacher 