I am really excited about the changes coming to my district next year. Many of my peers are moving to new leadership positions, and I may even be working in a different capacity. For me, one of the best parts
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At All Costs
Our youth today are often under so much pressure to achieve, but at what cost? They are constantly being bombarded with messages of building their resumes, creating these stellar college essays and participating in SAT and ACT test prep courses
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Nurturing Civic-Minded Students in the Classroom
“Recently, adults aren’t the only ones participating in marches and demonstrations. As educators, we should celebrate and encourage participation.” –Az K-12 Homeroom This past week, my scholars and I have been studying Cesar Chavez and the work he did on
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Sparks, Fireworks and a Whole Lot More: Fostering Talent in the Classroom
What if we were given the opportunity to work only on those things we are good at doing? What if our schools encouraged students to focus on activities that they were able to successfully execute merely because these activities brought
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Building Blocks that Won’t Tumble: Positive Student and Teacher Relationships
As I restart my engines for a new semester, I get so excited about continuing this journey with my scholars. I find myself sitting at my desk contemplating about what is working, but I also reflect on what I may
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My Favorite Smart Technology: The Mother of All Boards
I am one of the very few teachers that actually have a Smart Board in their classroom! I am definitely grateful. This very expensive mammoth of technology is one of my most favorite tools for student engagement. Now that my
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Creating Student Voice in the Classroom
We are living in a culture where everyday people become active participants in their environment (YouTube, reporting the news through their cell phones, co-teaching with the instructor in a gym class, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.). Why should education be any
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All We Need is Love…
In these turbulent times, I was really inspired by the Az K-12 Homeroom article entitled, “Spreading Kindness in the Classroom.” Now, more than ever, teaching our young people civility inside and outside of the classroom is paramount. Throughout my many
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To Code or Not to Code
In my most recent blog, I showcased one of my scholars, Zach, who has a knack and passion for coding. I also read an article featured in AZ K 12 Center Homeroom, Should We be Teaching Kids to Code? All
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A Fresh Start: New Beginnings with Learning Styles
It’s the most wonderful time of the year is playing in my head right now! I absolutely love the start of a new school year, and after a quite challenging year last year, I am truly looking forward to a
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