Now that school has resumed, it is probably time to resurrect my blog. Over the summer, like many other #oklaed bloggers, I decided to stay away from the keyboard for a time. Unlike the others, I took a break for the entire summer. There were definitely plenty of things to write about, but I thought it better to wait. I came to this conclusion mainly because I needed the time to get back to some of my original intent with my blog. When I created the blog I wanted to share ideas for professional development and not spend so much time on some of the political aspects of education. I still have that goal, but now realize that there is often a great need to speak up for my students and teachers. One of my focusses this summer involved filling vacancies in my staff. I don't know if you have paid attention to the news & commentary on this issue, but there is a major shortage of teachers in this state. Many districts across the state are being forced to fill classrooms with sub...
Being an educator is not for the faint of heart. People are always telling you that it can't be done. As teachers you rise to the challenge, not out of defiance or rebellion, but because you have a source of strength that allows you to do what needs to be done. This blog will focus on honing your craft, developing strength as a teacher. That way when others tell you it can't be done, you boldly respond, "Wait...Hold my chalk!"