I Hope You Realize These Things This School Year
Teachers will make mistakes. I make mistakes daily. I have approximately 90 students in a day for which I am responsible for their learning, safety, character development, and I am […]
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Turn up for my Birthday
Turn up because today’s my day. This is what the cool kids say, and I’m sure if there is anyone under 25 reading this, he or she is LOL that […]
The Climbing Cost of Higher Ed
I was reminded of this parody video when we received notification this week that our son’s tuition is increasing. The only problem is his financial aid nor our income increased. […]
What Happens in Vegas Stays on Instagram
My guess is the phrase “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas” will die out with my generation. Gone are the days of secrets. Almost everything we say or do […]
Patriotism and The Next Generation
“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for […]
In Memory of Mrs. Roby
Yesterday was my high school English teacher’s birthday, and I have been thinking all day about her. She was a legend, and I am sure that the mention of her […]
My Summer Reading
If I had a dollar for every time some asked me what I’m reading (or if I can spot their kid a point or two to qualify for HOPE), I […]
Trends in Education
Warning – this is not a funny blog. I have realized that when I am away from students, I no longer have as much funny material for blogging, and while […]
How to Increase SAT Scores
My husband frequently says, “Championships are won in the off season.” I think he uses this analogy when he is trying to motivate me to clean house or not eat […]
Sonnet 2014
I’m no good at writing poetry – really, really bad. But after asking my students to attempt difficult academic feats all year, I have decided to write a sonnet […]
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