Two Teachers’ Oasis

In our teaching oasis, implementation would make sense. This week’s blog topic is implementation of school/district initiatives.  No Child Left Behind has created more accountability for what we do (understandably).  We know that for initiatives to be successful you have to be accountable for what you’re doing in the classroom.  However, we feel like we’re not moving [...]

This week’s blog topic is about the language we use. The way we word things in our schools sends a certain vibe. Simple shifts in wording can turn a well-intended point into a negative message. I am intrigued by wording on school signs, conference report cards, and just plain how we speak to one another. What kind [...]