Students Say the Darndest Things- Volume 6
I am blessed to write another funny post in dedication to the many funny kiddos I come across each day- YOU make my job worth it a million times over! [See previous Students Say the Darndest Things here- Volume 1, Volume 2, Volume 3, Volume 4, Volume 5] Setting the Stage: As a student was gathering…
Read Full PostStudents Say the Darndest Things- Volume 5
It’s that time again! What brings me the most joy at my job is my relationships with students. Often times, these relationships offer nuggets of humor that brighten my day. [Stop by to read Volume 1, Volume 2, Volume 3, and Volume 4!] Below is the latest compilation of my students’ humor: T: The character…
Read Full PostLiteracy in ACTION!
Meet Rachel Harris, third grade teacher and literacy guru at Irwin Academic Center: I met Rachel at the NCAEE Region 6 conference where we were both presenting material to teachers. I found her session on differentiated literacy instruction very informative and timely as I desire to strengthen my literacy instruction from a status of adequate to AWESOME! I reached out…
Read Full PostAny child can learn…all it takes is YOU.
In my work as a Candidate Screener and a Selector with Teach Charlotte I have asked many candidates applying to our program about their theory on the capabilities of children and their learning. It got me thinking about my own theory. Based on my experience in two vastly different elementary schools, children are fundamentally the…
Read Full PostNCAEE Region 6 Conference: "Teachers, Pass the Torch!"
To begin, I just want to say that I LOVE learning and enjoy getting better at my craft- teaching, presenting, coaching, blogging, etc. An opportunity arrived in my inbox to present at a regional professional development session hosted by North Carolina Association of Elementary Educators [NCAEE] here in Charlotte. I jumped at the chance to…
Read Full PostStudents Say the Darndest Things- Volume 4
The best part of my job is having a good time with my kids! When I forget all the stress of my job, and really connect with my kids as people- man, they are funny! Here is the latest collection of hilarious comments. [click to read Volume 1, Volume 2 and Volume 3] Cute One…
Read Full Post*400 Followers* Freebie!
Thank you to my 400 followers who encourage me to keep reflecting on my teaching practices! I am motivated to continue to improve so that I can reach more students effectively! Enjoy these THIRD GRADE freebies! Science: Human Body Test Math: Geometry Test Literacy: Book Report Rubric Browsing Through Books (S learn book formats and features by perusing…
Read Full Post2013 in Review
Blogging has become more than a hobby for me. I’ve grown professionally through both reflection on my own teaching practices and networking with other educators. That is fulfilling enough on its own, but when Word Press sent me my annual blog stat report I couldn’t be more appreciative for my journey and growth as a…
Read Full Post"A Passion for the Classroom"
I came across an article in a magazine called “Wilmington, North Carolina.” Amongst the beautiful beach scenery and southern architecture, came the article entitled “A Passion for the Classroom.” The author Jennifer Glatt introduced and interviewed three 2013-2014 Teachers of the Year from the New Hanover County school district. She asked each educator a series of questions…
Read Full PostTeaching: Tears or Triumph?
When I say I am a teacher, many people respond in a way similar to “oh wow! I could never do what you do” or “man, they sure don’t pay you enough!” Although I know each individual has the best of intentions when saying this, it does bother me somewhat. Yes, it takes a special…
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