STRONG Teacher Toolkit
Here are some of my favorite resources, ideas, tools, services, and miscellaneous gadgets and goodies that keep me STRONG in both my personal and professional life.
Brain Dump #8 - Conferences, Kick-Offs, and Testing
Here are a few days worth. Friday, April 19th, 2024 * Finished up the second day of student-led conferences. Everyone showed up which is wonderful and rare. I hope our discussions will do some good. * We managed to clean up the mess we left after our World War II kick-off event.
The Good Old Days
Topics for this week include student apathy, classical education, and "Cicada-Geddon."
Stay Curious
Curiosity has many benefits – it keeps you young, helps you learn, and fosters better relationships.
Ruck Reflection - Finish Strong
Even near the end, it's important to keep those expectations high.
Ruck Reflection - Every Day Awe
Awe is good for your health.
Ode to Teaching Planning Time
Teachers need and deserve more uninterrupted planning time during the regular school day.
Embrace the Buzz: Preparing for the Incredible Cicada Emergence and Turning it into a Learning Experience
Brace yourselves for this once in a lifetime natural event that's about to take center stage - the grand cicada emergence.
Brain Dump #7 - Cheddarwursts and Guest Teachers
Saturday, April 13th, 2024 * The sun was shining, and it felt great to get outside and blow all the leaves and debris off my lawn. * We had our first grill out of the season. I have a classic (old-school) Weber grill. Tonight’s meal wasn’t fancy; we all hankered
Student Laziness and Productivity
Topics for this week include student laziness, civics education, and single-point rubrics.
30 Days of Gratitude: A Challenge to Say Thank You and Spread Positivity"
Every day for the next thirty days, I'll thank someone who has positively impacted my life.
Awe
Regular doses of awe enhance your well-being and make you a nicer person.
Ruck Reflection - Sunday Scaries
Even after 25 years of teaching, I still get the Sunday Scaries.