Let’s Do This!
My passion is to reach struggling learners, but I can’t remain quiet and do that at the same time. So, […]
Thoughts About Teaching
Getting Gen Ed Teachers Involved in IEPs
When you have a cohesive team that just “gets” a student, writing an IEP and meeting with parents is a breeze isn’t it? Everyone sits down ready for a meeting knowing what they need to present, and what issues need to be addressed in the meeting. The student is the focus, and everyone is on board to get an amazing IEP written! Getting gen ed teachers involved in IEPs is crucial to that cohesive team.
Motivating High School Students
Motivating high school students is difficult on a good day. They have their friends, their sports, and…let’s face it…their phones…which
Standardized Testing is a Joke
All my teacher-friends know what I mean when I say “testing season.” For my non-teachers readers, this time of year
6 Steps to Rock Your Teacher Observation
Teacher observations don’t have to be terrifying! Personally, I have a love-hate relationship with my teacher observation. I love that
Confessions of a Lazy Teacher
Cue the song “Jump Around” in your head….that is not going to go away anytime soon….you’re welcome. Ok, you’re right,
Self-Care Before 4 am
I tolerate dislike hate loathe exercising. I have told my students many times over the years that the reasons we
Meet My Friend….Data
Data and I have been friends for a while, but it wasn’t always this way. Don’t tell her, but I
Teaching is a Passion
I love teaching….most days. Teaching can be a curse and a blessing, and I honestly believe that any teacher that