March 17th 2012
Once again, Shelly Terrell has astounded me with a goal that aligns with my personal philosophy as well as another site / information I’ve recently found an interest in. I have 4 children, and I am constantly amazed at their variety of interests and learning styles. So, how will I accomplish this goal as a [...]
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January 30th 2012
I must admit … I’m SO EXCITED! Last year, when I discovered Shelly Terrell, her website “Teacher Reboot Camp,” and her #30Goals initiative, I felt like that was exactly what I needed to REBOOT. So … here we go again … #30Goals in 2012! My Manifesto I believe that all students deserve the [...]
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July 25th 2011
Today began a four-day “induction to teaching” training in our district – Hillsborough County Public Schools. This is (I believe) my 7th year working with our new hires as they embark on their journey as new teachers. Today, I co-trained with a gentleman I deeply respect because of his knowledge, his rapport with people, and [...]
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February 24th 2011
Goal #11 … Give Students Reign #30Goals As I listen to Sherry Terrell’s explanation of this goal, I am reminded of Carol Ann Tomlinson’s philosophy of (what I call) the shift in teaching. In traditional classrooms, the teacher is the “sage on the stage,” the dispenser of all knowledge. This goal challenges us to have a [...]
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