Using our smarts to reach the hearts of students
Some years ago I came up with the idea of having my students create a monthly reflection memory book for the year. I had them keep a monthly calendar of what was going on both at school and in their own lives at home. We would try and set aside time at least a few days a week at the end of the day to record any memorable moments.
[Read more…]Do you ever sit back and ask yourself why do I teach? What lead me to choose to be a teacher?
As I enjoy my summer after completing 18 years in the classroom, I find myself thinking back to what led me to be a teacher.
From the time I remember I loved ‘playing school.’ Were you like that? I loved learning and loved being in school as a child. When I did a Strength Finder online test a few years ago, my number one trait was a LEARNER. Yup, that’s definitely me. I personally LOVE to learn, which led me to want to be a teacher and help others want to learn.
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