2 out of 3
It’s the third day back for teachers in my county (Pinellas, FL). I’ve cried during two of them. Last Friday I talked with my Assistant… Read More »2 out of 3
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Leave of Absence
Too Much Today was our 2nd day back. We had a meeting early in the day. Towards the end of it, the retirement benefits guy… Read More »Leave of Absence
Not Giving Up
The Teachers’ first day back in my district begins in a few hours. Nearly all summer long, I’ve been working for: #RefusetoReturn #14daysnonewcases #first9online #onlineuntilcasesdecline… Read More »Not Giving Up
Who Will Teach the Kids?
In Florida many counties are still planning on opening up buildings for a traditional learning environment. School buildings would be open five days a week.… Read More »Who Will Teach the Kids?
The Elephant in the Room
School districts across the nation are coming out with their reopening plans. In those, you’ll read a lot about what parents want. You’ll read a… Read More »The Elephant in the Room
Solidarity
I’ve been thinking a lot about what solidarity looks like and should look like lately. To me, it’s about valuing the power of collective voice.… Read More »Solidarity
We Are Powerful
“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” George Santayana A lot of people forget that collectively, we are powerful. A lot of… Read More »We Are Powerful
Teacher Appreciation Week
Heroes There sure are a lot of heroes during COVID-19!! Healthcare workers, grocery workers, delivery workers, teachers… Whew!! But the funny thing is, while we… Read More »Teacher Appreciation Week
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According to Douglas Adams, I’ve reached the answer to life, the universe, and everything. That seems appropriate with the craziness and instability Covid-19 has caused.… Read More »42