Welcome to Jurassic Park

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If you can’t recognize the music in the music above, please stop reading this blog and go watch Jurassic Park. At that point, I welcome you back with open arms. Now that we are on the same page,*almost* all today my childhood dreams came true. I say almost because I was not channeling my inner Dr. Ellie Sattler out in… Read more »

The Movers and the Shakers

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NCCAT. Was. Awesome. I had high expectations for it because I have only heard good things about it from Fellows and non-Fellows alike, but I can honestly say that it exceeded my expectations. As an educator, it is so rare to find professional development that is relevant, applicable, and treats you like a professional. I have sat in so many… Read more »

Comfort Shmomfort

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I am NOT a risk taker. As a general rule of thumb, if it requires adrenaline, I’m not going to do it. I didn’t climb trees or jump off swings and ledges as a kid (or adult for that matter). If there’s any risk at all, I’m down for the count. On the True Colors personality test, I had no… Read more »

In the beginning…

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Growing up with two brothers meant that I found a lot of interest in “boy” things. Dinosaurs and sharks were at the forefront. I remember my parents going on a date, the only date I honestly remember them ever going on, to see “Jurassic Park,” and I remember the first time my mom took us to the local video rental shop… Read more »