A Lover’s Empty Promise: Job Security

Recent events have led me to believe that the term “job security,” is much like being in a long-term relationship. The security of a particular job can be assured and promised, much like a well-suited companion. The job, or person, can be Read More...

Lesson Plan: Shifting Letters

I work in an after school program that cares for children from preschool up to fifth grade. It is a requirement that we have at least one half hour of literacy time each afternoon. In order to accommodate, I am responsible for finding an activity that Read More...

Of Education And Politics

We all know the quality of one’s education has a direct influence on his/her success later in life. How do we, as educators and American citizens, ensure every child has a good, high quality education? The Bush administration believed the No Child Read More...

Why a Teacher?

Writing a first blog entry is like writing the introduction to a novel. In Chalk Talk Weekly, I simply want to share my experiences and the information I come across as I get closer to becoming a teacher. Perhaps the best way to get started is to simply Read More...