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Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College – Format Matters

Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College – Format Matters

This was one of those techniques that I remember using when I taught Language Arts, but had abandoned when I went back to teaching my History classes. When I was teaching Language Arts, I was a stickler for having my students answer in complete sentences and with proper grammar. If a student just answered the […]

Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College – No Opt Out

Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College – No Opt Out

Hello again, As I stated in my previous post, I’m no longer a classroom teacher. I’m working at a new school in administration. When I met my new principal, he gave me a book that he wants the staff to embrace as part of his vision to prepare the students for college. It’s called, Teach […]

Great Job! I’m Proud of You. – Teachers Need a Pat on the Back Too.

Great Job! I’m Proud of You. – Teachers Need a Pat on the Back Too.

Hello again, Wednesday was our annual awards ceremony at our school. Each year, we hand out awards to some of the students who have received good grades. It’s a nice evening event where parents come and take pictures of their children as the teachers and administrators hand out plaques and certificates to deserving students. Although I’m […]

How To Succeed in Your Next Interview – Guest Post by Pooky Hesmondhalgh of the Creative Ed...

How To Succeed in Your Next Interview – Guest Post by Pooky Hesmondhalgh of the Creative Education Blog

Once again, I’m pleased to have Pooky Hesmodhalgh @CreativeEdu from the Creative Education Blog guest posting on SITC. Here, she offers some great advice when going into that interview. I found this of particular interest, since I’m scheduled to interview for an administration position this week. Wish me luck. Thank you again, Pooky. So, without further […]