Here we are, one year since the full transition from the NC Standard Course of Study to the Common Core State Standards and NC Essential Standards. We survived. At a few points along the way, I wasn’t so convinced that…
Classroom Connections
My summer externship with NC DPI has been one that will definitely impact my classroom practice for many reasons. The four-week English Language Arts unit that I am developing integrates a study of Colonial Life and the Revolutionary War, which…
Leveraging Technology in the Classroom
Kids know everything about technology, right? Leveraging technology is just about going for it, right? Yeah, I didn’t think so either. One set of trendy terms that really bugs me is the analogy of “digital natives” and “digital immigrants.” This…
NCCAT Take Aways
People. When asked what my highlight is from this week, and probably from this whole experience, I say “people.” Within my personal and professional life, I am so uplifted by being surrounded by others who deeply and genuinely care…
Wishin’ and Hopin’
Our first assignment for our Kenan Fellowship blog is to talk about our expectations for the 2013-2014 fellowship.This question leads me back down a road that started well before my acceptance as a Fellow. Throughout my teaching career, I have…
Hello world!
I am so excited to be blogging as a part of my part of the Kenan Fellowship for the class of 2013-2014. This is going to be an exciting journey, and I’ve already met some wonderful new friends! At this…