What You Missed This Summer – Inspirational Videos

I know that my readership takes a dip June-August each year as many educators go on vacations or take breaks during those months.  Although I did not post as regularly as I meant to this summer, I did share some resources that I believe are worth repeating in case you missed them.  I am going … Read more

What You Missed This Summer – BOY Ideas

I know that my readership takes a dip June-August each year as many educators go on vacations or take breaks during those months.  Although I did not post as regularly as I meant to this summer, I did share some resources that I believe are worth repeating in case you missed them.  I am going … Read more

What You Missed This Summer – Jennie Magiera

I know that my readership takes a dip June-August each year as many educators go on vacations or take breaks during those months.  Although I did not post as regularly as I meant to this summer, I did share some resources that I believe are worth repeating in case you missed them.  I am going … Read more

How to Talk to Parents (Reblog)

This is a reblog of a post that I wrote earlier this year, but I thought it might be fitting to repeat since many of us are beginning new school years. This morning, Edutopia published my post, “New Teachers: How to Talk to Parents.”  I feel uncomfortable giving advice on anything because I certainly don’t … Read more

How to Stop Giving Meaningless Homework

It was about this time last year when I gave my opinion about homework.  To summarize briefly, I think that many homework assignments are a waste of time for the student, teacher, and parents.  I feel that it’s okay for me to criticize homework because I’ve seen it from all three sides.  I used to … Read more

DreamBingo

The mission at DreamWakers.org is to connect students in 4th-12th grades who attend high-risk schools with professionals from various industries through video conferencing. In this way, low-income students can learn about career opportunities they might never conceive due to lack of exposure.  They can also speak with role models who give practical advice on how … Read more