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May
17
Traditions and Dream Seeds
Not every tradition deserves to live forever, but I find myself taking comfort in the traditions I keep in my classroom teaching and personal life. The continuity serves as a reminder that as many things change, many things also remain the same.
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May
16
Teacher Guilt - You're Allowed to Flip the Switch to "Off".
If you are a teacher you know that there is always more to do. Early on in my career, a colleague advised me to rest and take care of myself. When I take that advice it always pays off.
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May
15
How To Help Students Overcome Procrastination - Video, Tips, and Resources
Help students get more done and avoid the dark playground.
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May
13
When We Take Care Of Our Children We Take Care Of Our Future
With rapidly rotating news cycles, I hope we don't lose sight of how important schools are to the fabric of our society. Our pandemic experience has revealed this to be true.
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May
13
T.G.I.F Newsletter - Truancy, Finances and Ozone
In this edition: Post pandemic truancy, financial literacy books, and North Shore Betty.
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May
10
Teaching and Learning About the Ozone Layer
Explore the ozone layer, CFCs, and the Montreal Protocol.
1 min read
May
08
Find Something You Love then Do Something About It
When in doubt, find something you love and then do something about it.
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May
06
It's Better World Day 2022
I teach at an EL Education School. Every year on May 6th all of the schools participate in Better World
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May
06
T.G.I.F. Newsletter - Calm, Clear, and Kind
In this edition: Technology during the pandemic, importance of high school sports, and what students want from their teachers.
3 min read
May
05
End The Year With Engaging STEM Challenges - Free Mousetrap Cars and Paper Bridge Challenges For Teachers
Here are a few STEM/STEAM challenges I've used in the past that worked quite well. I'll include a PDF version and a Word version in case you'd like to change it to suit your needs. These activities provide an opportunity for students to grapple with and strengthen their growth mindset.
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