As a GT teacher, I only see most of my students once a week. I worry a lot that, once the classroom door closes behind them at the end of the day, the hours we spent together quickly fade. That’s why I try to do my best to connect our class activities to their real … Read more
I can’t think of too many better ways to start a Phun Phriday than with a new video from Kid President. I don’t even have to watch the video; as soon as I hear that giggle, I’m in a better mood! In Kid President’s most recent video, he asks people, especially celebrities, (and most especially … Read more
I know. I just posted an inspirational video yesterday, and here I go again. When I saw this article on BrainPickings.org, though, I realized that the two Neils – Gaiman and deGrasse Tyson – verbalized something that I believe wholeheartedly. If I ever appear to be good at what I do, it’s because I genuinely … Read more
I’ve often questioned the saying that there are “no stupid questions.” In my experience, very few absolutes are true. I understand the sentiment of the statement, of course. As a teacher, I want my students to feel comfortable with speaking up when something does not make sense. And I certainly don’t want to stifle anyone’s … Read more
The other day, I came to the sudden realization that I am the worst teacher ever. Actually, it wasn’t so sudden. I’ve suspected it many times over my decades-long career. Coincidentally, these moments often occur when I am at a meeting with other teachers who share awesome ideas they are using in their own classrooms. … Read more
Angela Maiers is one of my real-life heroes, with her advocacy for passion-driven education, the You Matter Manifesto, and the Choose 2 Matter campaign. (Don’t forget to check out her recent interview with Brad Waid and Drew Minock on the #2GuysShow. It is fabulous and motivational!) But long before I encountered the works of Angela … Read more