I was lucky enough to have two mentors. These two mentors were extremely knowledgeable and helpful and both had a direct impact on the direction of my lesson plan, the course I created, and my overall Kenan experience. I was able to spend time…
Change~ What this experience means to me!
In the time since we officially finished our PD, I have engaged on a new journey of change. Change in my way in teaching, engaging, thinking, acting. The tools and resources have been phenomenal, and the level of support has been exceptional. The wide…
Social Media Mania
When I initially sat down to write this post, I intended to write a completely different set of ideas. When someone says “social media” I automatically think some of the more infamous culprits of student distraction that have caused more…
Impact!
While I continue to plan for my students this year, I am constantly reflecting on my summer externship. I learned some very specific skills related to the industry I was researching. However, I refined a variety of others that will…
Epiphanies, serendipity and other magical Ah-ha moments!
Throughout this fellowship I have experienced and learned new things. From the time I was made aware of my selection I have been learning and growing. To simply say, though that my time with Kenan has been a “learning experience” would…
Technology and the common core-bring it!
I am not so familiar with Common Core yet. However, I do know that it has some educators in a nerve wracking tizzy. What I also know is that the Common Core train is here and we either have to board, or…
Connecting to the classroom….
This prompt takes me back to my interview. Before walking in, I remember being conflicted. I interviewed with two potential mentors, one about whom I had heard wonderful things, and one I did not know. One for AgBiotech and one for Manufacturing.…
Snall changes, big impact. Challenges leveraging technology.
When it is time for change, sometimes, the changes don’t have to be significant in order to have a positive effect. It is often the little changes that one makes that can make a difference. So I have decided that this year, I will make…
I just can’t do it….
I mean, listing one highlight of the week is IMPOSSIBLE. It’s not gonna happen! I can, however, name several things that were momentous, meaningful, and reaffirming. First, no one can tell me that North Carolina does not have educators who…
What I plan to gain from this fellowship.
During this fellowship I plan to gain several things: A greater understanding of the manufacturing industry. The tools to develop and implement a local course option for students who have an interest in manufacturing, management and business. An arsenal of…