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Moving Forward!

Sunday, January 13th, 2008

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 [...]

The Difference Our Words Make (or not)

Tuesday, January 1st, 2008

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 [...]

Welcome to our Oasis!

Thursday, December 27th, 2007

What if you had unlimited resources to support what you do? What’s important to you? Welcome to Two Teachers’ Oasis. My neighbor and teaching colleague runs with me just about every morning. We have some interesting conversations about “what ifs” in education. We’re both teachers, and like you, we have a lot to say and dream [...]