Loving Intentions and Liking Our Students
There is a sign on the door of my classroom that says “I like some of my students. That sounds…
In Search of New Perspectives
In undergrad, I recall having a class discussion about how many ‘hats’ teachers had to wear. It was accompanied by…
Why Men are Not a Bigger Part of the K-12 Education System
I write this blog while sitting in the midst of over 200 teachers attending a training day for candidates…
The first moments
Ahhhhhh April. The Palo Verdes are blooming, allergy medicine is sold out at both CVS and Walgreens, Promposals are seemingly…
What Is Specially Designed Instruction & Why Does It Matter?
With so many educational terms being thrown around on a day-to-day basis it can be difficult to keep track of…
Staying Present
Recently, I read the AZK12 Center’s Homeroom Article: Make the Most of Your Commute: 8 Tips for Teachers. This article…
Keep the Student in Student Teacher
Dear Student Teacher, Congratulations! In a few months, you will begin the part of your college experience that you have…
Who Sharpens You?
As Iron Sharpens Iron, so One person sharpens another. Proverbs 27:17 Teachers are members of learning communities. Core Proposition 5,…
Outdoor Education
Over a decade ago when I started teaching sixth grade one of my first questions were about the school’s science…
Snap: Academic Gaps Continue for African American Youth in AZ
As mentioned in my previous articles, I have set off on an inquiry regarding the academic status of African American…
