The Chalk Talks

Curly Reigns Supreme

2008-09-04T21:48:00Z

And we're back. The arts-and-farts portion (a.k.a. hardcore decoration of classroom) of the program are over and I have a crowd of potential new friends. I say "potential" because I have a (nasty?) habit of not totally vibing with my new class until November-ish. Read More......(read more)

This Just In...

2008-08-27T15:42:00Z

Rumor has it that we are going to be getting new seat sacks emblazoned with the school's name and mascot. However, we will NOT be receiving any paper what-so-ever. Let us break this down, shall we? 1. Seat sacks are the bomb. Seriously, I heart them intensely Read More......(read more)

Kickin' It Old School...Because I'm Old

2008-08-27T01:55:00Z

In an effort to try to cushion the blow of going back to work (and going in early), today I went in about 10:00. I am absolutely NOT setting my alarm clock until I absolutely need to...and watching the Today Show while sipping on coffee is just so darn Read More......(read more)

Taking The Plunge (sigh)

2008-08-22T13:39:00Z

I did it. I really did it. I went back to school. ugh. Now, many of you may think of me as a particularly dedicated, rock-star of a teacher. (Which is, of course, correct.) However, it may come as a surprise to you when I admit that I have NEVER gone Read More......(read more)

And Visions of Dollar Signs Danced In My Head

2008-08-13T17:17:00Z

No, I am not getting a raise. Or a bonus check. Or any sort of monetary congratulations/sign of appreciation for my kick a*s year last year, so don't get excited. The dollar signs belong to me. Or at least they used to. Now they belong to Staples. I have Read More......(read more)

Ready, Set, Panic (Or In My Case...Frantically Make Lists And Make A Hard-Core Staples Run)

2008-08-12T21:06:00Z

So, I'm back from my fabulous trip. I am tanned, well-rested and happy. Minus my camera getting stolen in what will remain an un-named city, we had the most amazing time and a wonderful anniversary. (Fortunately, I had uploaded some pictures onto my computer, Read More......(read more)

I'm Off!

2008-07-31T12:26:00Z

All righty friends, I'm off!! Off where you say? I'll never tell...but just know it is fabulous and I'll be back in the middle of August. So, enjoy the bon bons, Oprah and magazines - you deserve it!! Pee when you want, eat lunch after 11:00 and sleep Read More......(read more)

All Eyes On Me

2008-07-24T12:36:00Z

So...it has been brought to my attention that I haven't posted in a bit. And while I'm flattered that you are hanging on my every word (I like to kid myself.), it is hard to think of school related posts when one is not working. Or thinking about working. Read More......(read more)

Hold On, Let Me Just Bang My Head Against The Wall

2008-07-16T14:43:00Z

Yes, it is summer. Yes, I sometimes find myself reclining with a magazine. Yes, I sleep later. Yes, I have watched a Project Runway Marathon...and I don't feel a bit guilty! I welcome these weeks when I get to shake off the struggles of last year, dream Read More......(read more)

Maybe I Take This Teacher Thing A Bit Too Far...

2008-07-14T14:46:00Z

This last weekend, it was brought to my attention that sometimes I speak to adults as if they were 8-year olds. (My immediate response, in case you were wondering was, "Well, stop acting like an 8-year old." Self-reflective, I know.) I guess my brother-in-law Read More......(read more)

Listy Lister-stein

2008-07-09T18:31:00Z

I have officially been on vacation for fourteen business days! Whoo-hoo, right? But I'm beginning to think that I am incapable of totally relaxing and enjoying the time. I don't think it's guilt, because I don't feel guilty. Anyone who thinks teachers Read More......(read more)

Sippin' On Gin and Juice...

2008-06-27T12:01:00Z

....or I guess Malibu and juice would be more accurate...well, if I'm really honest, probably just Malibu. First of all, I AM OFFICALLY ON SUMMER VACATION!!!! And what am I doing first? Blogging. I'm not sure what that says about me. OK, well the first Read More......(read more)

I Think I May Have Super Powers...

2008-06-25T21:09:00Z

Because yesterday I leaped across several desks in a single bound. Call me crazy, but I think that counts. I am literally counting the hours to the end of the school year. This time of year there is absolutely NO TEACHING going on whatsoever. Everybody Read More......(read more)

Circus Monkeys

2008-06-18T01:27:00Z

Although perhaps the saddest realization I've had since titling this post is...I'm not sure if I work with circus monkeys or I am one of the circus monkeys. Let me explain my thinking. The following little scenario should explain why I think I work with Read More......(read more)

Things That Make You Go Hmmmm.....

2008-06-07T13:01:00Z

Other possible titles...."Keg Stands for Seven Year Olds" or "Why Do Schools Employ So Many Socially Awkward People??" Yesterday was Field Day! Another day that signals the end of the year and yet again demonstrates that we are all over it. (Have you Read More......(read more)