I’m so proud of my AP Language and Composition students! After completing an identity unit I call, “Who Am I?…
Stay home if you’re sick!
We all worry when we have to stay home because we’re sick. We worry about what’s happening in the classroom.…
Random Acts of Kindness
Valentine’s Day is soon upon us. I follow many teachers on Instagram, including elementary teachers. Yes, I teach high school…
Valentines Day–What Better Day to Promote Acts of Kindness?
I am so anxious for Valentines Day this year because I’m going to have my high school English students think…
Good News Phone Calls
First week back after Christmas break, and my principal sends us an email reminding us he wants us to make…
My Goals for 2019
After teaching for 25 years, I was in a rut. I have to admit it. But I feel that I…
Why Are Idioms so Tough for Students to Understand?
I’ve been teaching for over 25 years–7 years at the elementary level, and the rest at the high school level.…
Maker Stations–ELA Style!
Why is it as students get older we believe they no longer need to create and work with their hands?…
Get ’em up and moving!
I have made it my mission to find ways to get my high school students up and out of their…
Wrapping up debates, right in time for holiday break
As you know, my seniors recently debated the topic of gun control. I have 2 sections of seniors. One section…
