Signs of Things to Come
The following passage was written by Rev. G. Penny Nixon on a church pamphlet for the first Sunday of Advent. I read this, reflected and thought about it’s meaning. In fact in some ways it calmed...
View ArticleDecember Imagery
When I read this poem, I could visualize the picture perfectly, both outside and at the kitchen table. December Leaves The fallen leaves are cornflakes that fill the lawn’s wide dish. The night and...
View ArticleHalf Empty or Half Full? Which will it be?
Two Teachers I talked with two teachers just the other day, It sure was interesting to hear what they had to say. One was complaining about all the paperwork that she had done. The other was excited...
View ArticleFollowing the Game
A good teacher must know the rules; a good pupil, the exceptions. ~Martin H. Fischer http://www.quotegarden.com/education.html
View ArticleJob Search Engines
Another day in the life of an educator. Educators always have their eye on the options available in the education market. As you look on the web, the big question is what search engine should you...
View ArticleGifts for Teachers
This list of Christmas Gifts was taken from http://itswrittenonthewalls.blogspot.com. I really like the unique gift ideas for that special someone. Teachers will always appreciate a heart felt...
View Article12 Days of Educational Technology
Even though I am “Very Thankful for WordPress.com”, everyone seems to be on the train of the 12 days of Christmas…Compliments of blogspot.com…..
View ArticleBlog AWARD
My blog KeepitSchool.wordpress.com was nominated for the Shine On and Reality Blog Award. Thank you momsopinions.wordpress.com for this nomination. I am extremely grateful and honored. I know I am...
View ArticleName That Tune!
Want to try a play on words (songs) holiday game! Maybe you can use this a fun family activity! This was taken from Humor Matters.com. Version 1.0 Have Fun!! The following are alternate titles for...
View ArticleHoliday Recipe
Recipe for Christmas All Year Long Take a heap of child-like wonder That opens up our eyes To the unexpected gifts in life— Each day a sweet surprise. Mix in fond appreciation For the people whom we...
View ArticleChange is the Constant
Change is the Constant Reform is change and we forget the simple fact that change is the constant. The hard part is not necessarily the reform itself but our willingness to accept the process of a...
View ArticleFamily Comes First
Just a note to let you know that I haven’t forgotten my blog. There was a medical situation, and for the end of December and January I have focusing all my attention on family. I will be back to the...
View ArticleDecisions for the Future
Doing The Right Thing I wanted to share a portion of an article from Yahoo that was written a few years ago. Having become involved in taking care of my mom with my family, I now realize the...
View ArticleAn Old Lady’s Poem
Subject: A poem on being ‘Elderly’ When an old lady died in the geriatric ward of a small hospital near Dundee, Scotland, it was felt that she had nothing left of any value. Later, when the nurses...
View ArticleResources for Restructuring Schools
From my experience in administration and being a teacher, creating a professional community is crucial for effective learning in a restructured system. One challenge is that ALL teachers need to...
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