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December 2011 - Posts
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Well, after a busy and, at times, stressful few weeks, I’m finally on vacation… I’m going to try and relax and recharge for the new year. I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday and gets to spend lots of quality time with family and friends… if you’re Read More...
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What an awesome day. Returning after a week away, my sprouts were definitely just as excited to see me as I was them. In addition to my return, it was our Holiday Party and the enthusiasm was palpable… the fact that Christmas is only a few days away only Read More...
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I’ve been away from my class for almost an entire week… Spending so much time with my Grandfather, I’ve realized, the comfort I hopefully bring him is the same comfort my sprouts bring me so much of the time. It’s hard to be sad around smiling kindergartners Read More...
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It’s a simple thing really… making eye contact with the person you are speaking with is critical to good listening and showing respect, understanding, and interest. Year after year, sprouts funnel into my classroom and have never been taught the importance Read More...
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When I became a teacher, I noticed, kids all call their grandmothers different names… I’ve heard Nana, Meme, Nonni, Granny, Mimi, MeMaw, GiGi, and probably a few others. At first, I found this strange… I always just called my grandmother – ‘grandma’ – Read More...
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As the holidays approach, we try to be an equal opportunity celebration zone. We’ve been reading and learning lots about Hanukah and Kwanza along with all our Santa and Christmas books. Today, we read a favorite – Latkes, Latkes Good to Eat by Naomi Howland. Read More...
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Today, during Read to Self, Rebecca raised her hand to call me over. We’re not supposed to talk during Read to Self, but she looked like it was eager… “Mr. ______, what’s the date today?” She asked. I wasn’t sure. Being out sick yesterday I hadn’t looked Read More...
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With conferences behind me and time to reflect, I can’t help but think of one resounding common theme across all my conferences… ‘How is my child doing… socially?’ Yes, with all the push on academics, discussions of the national Common Core, and everyone Read More...
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I have a confession… I am prone to going overboard. I know, shocking. Anyway, here goes… in my entire teaching career, I’ve never been able to have a real party with my class… you know with cookies, cupcakes, and cake. Year after year, I’ve had at least Read More...
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This morning, as I pulled into the parking lot at school, I felt a little zombie-esque. Over the last two weeks, I’ve had late nights (for conferences) and early mornings (meetings) and sleep has gotten away from me. Last night was my final evening of Read More...
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I’m frustrated. I’m frustrated and what frustrates me most is I don’t feel I can write about what I’m frustrated about… it’s not a child, it’s not a parent, it’s not another teacher… I’m frustrated with U.S. Education System… ‘the system’ and how a system Read More...
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The life lessons come at me faster than a Volkswagen on the Autobahn… here are some gems I’ve garnered: If you don’t have a special on a particular day of the week, it will rain that day all year long… Mother Nature laughs at your pain… get over it. If Read More...
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Something has happened over the last week or so… our classroom has become a bonafide Hug Zone. There were hugs almost from day one, but slowly, like a train picking up steam, they have increased to the point where spontaneous hugging breaks out from time Read More...
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There is not much cuter than a bunch of kindergartners in pajamas. Ever the trooper, I wear mine as well… I don’t really corner the market on ‘cute pajamas’ so I always look out for cool ones just for the occasion. This year, I was lucky enough to spot Read More...
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