Well, we are halfway through the Slice of Life Challenge, "sponsored" (not sure that is the right word), by the Two Writing Teachers website (an amazing resource for those of you who are writers or teachers of writing), so let's... Continue Reading →
Ugh. Again, no clear writing time = missed days. Annoying as heck! My full-time job is being a teacher, a husband, a dad, a brother, and a son. #thatsalot There is no order there because sometimes, each is the most... Continue Reading →
Holy hell. #whatnow Being a new teacher is NOT for the weak of heart. Two weeks ago, I began in my new district. It is a district where diversity is the name of the game. It is a district where... Continue Reading →
Three things I am grateful for: So I've been more of a grump than I really want and it shows in my writing. I'll apologize for that because I am an optimistic person who has lost his way. So, my... Continue Reading →
Today, we have our second night of fall conferences, a great time to connect with parents, showcase some of their child's work, and just talk about the education their child needs right now. While I get nervous each time we... Continue Reading →
Last day. Last day of possibly the most draining year of a 26-year career. Between the political nonsense of vouchers, no teaching of topics that might make someone feel uncomfortable, critical race theory, lack of funding, and the public turning... Continue Reading →
The Life of a Conflicted Teacher 