Our school has a Halloween tradition called Trunk or Treat, where teachers decorate their cars in the parking lot and… Read more Step Up and Stand Out: Our Role in Fostering School Spirit
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Looping: The Educational Gift That Keeps on Giving
Recently I read a New York Times article about the practice of looping. It’s a concept that has been rolling… Read more Looping: The Educational Gift That Keeps on Giving
Slavery: Google Slide Presentation with Links
The topic of human slavery is an uncomfortable one. Sadly, it comes up quite a bit in my world history… Read more Slavery: Google Slide Presentation with Links
Jumping Off the Teaching Treadmill
Years ago I worked at a school that was very intentional about faculty members producing (and adhering to) very detailed… Read more Jumping Off the Teaching Treadmill
Hands-on Geography Activity: Understanding Map Projections
Map projections is a tough concept to explore with students. The very idea of visible distortions in maps is often… Read more Hands-on Geography Activity: Understanding Map Projections
Happy New Year!
I can’t wait for the next school year to begin! Yes, yes, yes. I could have sat back and simply… Read more Happy New Year!
Don’t Let Next Year Happen to You: Set the Stage for a Successful School Year
I just uploaded a post where I reflect on this closing school year. And now I’m posting about next school… Read more Don’t Let Next Year Happen to You: Set the Stage for a Successful School Year
Reflecting on a Year of Growth and Adaptation
As another school year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey my family and I… Read more Reflecting on a Year of Growth and Adaptation
Globalization Google Slides Presentation
Here is a brief slide presentation on the concept and impact of globalization. Inside are links to readings and extension… Read more Globalization Google Slides Presentation
Don’t Forget the Power of a Drawing
This year was my first in my new school. While the experience has been rewarding for myself and my family,… Read more Don’t Forget the Power of a Drawing
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