Ten Things That Have Happened Since My Last Post I spent a year in a 1:1 classroom teaching World History (9th grade), 9th grade English, and 11th grade English. I practiced many of the things I preach. I failed to practice many more of the things I preach. I've co-moderated monthly Twitter chats on the … Continue reading My Year as a Top Ten List
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My Short List
Batteries. A lightbulb. A black tablecloth. Some ink pens. And a small trashcan. That's my first list of this school year. Those are the supplies I need to get things off to the start I want. I'm impressed that the list is so short. I'm also impressed that I've managed to work in my classroom … Continue reading My Short List
The Attack of the Killer Bees
Yesterday I finally got in the pool. I was determined to relax and enjoy myself. Who knows... A state of nirvana might bring me ideas and inspiration for writing, teaching, leading or something. Even better, I could work on my tan, something the modern southern belle values even more than sweet tea. But as I … Continue reading The Attack of the Killer Bees
The 187 Day Dream Vacation
Last summer my pool was somewhat useless. We couldn't get the chemicals to cooperate, forcing us to look at a really giant green lake. Then there was the pool turtle. This creature stayed so long we should have collected rent. By the time we got the pool suitable for summer fun, it was time for … Continue reading The 187 Day Dream Vacation
Back to the Future
After serving two years as a school based Technology Integration Specialist, I have decided to return to the classroom full time. This decision was difficult to make but I am certain that it is the best move for me at this time. Several years ago I began to think that working with teachers in the … Continue reading Back to the Future
Jennifer Barnett 