Last year we started a Teacher Academy at my school. It is one way we are trying to build capacity from within and empower our teachers. The concept of teacher leaders is new for our faculty. A few weeks ago we created a mission statement: Teacher Academy is a community of learners who share expertise, … Continue reading #IMMOOC Sharing Expertise – #BLOG365 Day 23
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Here We Go…Again! – #BLOG365 Day 16
My heart is racing. I am a little shaky. Fumbling for my credit card. Clicking through the confirmation buttons. In my mind I am remembering all the stress, the worry, the long hours the last time I did this. But, here I am again. Committing to all that stress and worry and long hours AGAIN. … Continue reading Here We Go…Again! – #BLOG365 Day 16
Why I Stayed – #BLOG365 Day 3
Three Reasons I Stayed a Teacher I have often thought about why I stayed in teaching after my first year. I remember when I moved from private school to public school after my first year. Some of the private school’s donors told me I was crazy to go to public school. I figured it … Continue reading Why I Stayed – #BLOG365 Day 3
Jill Cross 