I was delighted when my work was featured recently on the Kenan Voices site – an online newsletter for the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership. Not only do I owe my summer corporate research experience to them and the learning opportunities gained for my students, but getting a shout out by them was an exciting surprise! See their post… Read more »
Without a doubt, I benefit from working at Ply Gem as I gain exposure to the workings of an R&D department, as well as discovering how the various engineers from across the disciplines work cooperatively inventing and problem solving. All of this helps me assist my students in college prep, along with obtaining a greater understanding in the preparation my students need for… Read more »
As an English teacher, my goals include teaching students techniques for reading comprehension, tools for engaging in deep discussion, and methods of clear writing. In our ninth grade curriculum, we also work with students on the college and career aspects. Here, I teach students how to write college entrance essays, resumes, and goal setting documents. We also work on presenting, collaborating, and… Read more »
