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Comment on Southern Snow – Proof of God’s Sense of Humor by JHardaman

JHardaman — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:13:02 +0000

For the first time in my life, I read an entire post! That was hilarious! I am still laughing. I was born and raised in Wisconsin but I have lived in TN, KY, AL and the great state of GA and I often wondered, why milk and bread? I still don’t have an answer but honestly, I don’t even care anymore! I am satisfied and happy that I read this post…Thanx

Comment on Sunday-Night Worries by Lisa

Lisa — Sun, 29 May 2011 01:06:16 +0000

Yes! Though I have been teaching for 15 years, I still struggle with getting to sleep on Sunday nights. I chalked it up to my overly-sensitive nature (despite the fact I, nonetheless, teach high school and that requires a thick skin) and a desire to do things very well professionally.

Often I will see a movie on Sunday night just to distract my emotions. It helps some, not always. Best wishes and luck. Lisa

Comment on Abandoned School by Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:18:44 +0000

Read your blog on Cedar Grove Elementary, i graduated in 2000. I went to Cedar Grove from kindergarten to 3rd grade and my sister went from 1st to fifth. the school was closed down in 1991, and split the students up between palmetto elementary and e.c.west elementary. i agree with you cedar grove to me was by far the best school i ever attended and have great memories all the way from how they used to give out gifts if you had the lunch tray with the x on the bottom, to the field days,,and as i look at the picture of the side of the building i couldnt help but try to squint my eyes to see if the i could maybe see the monkey bars in the background, but sadly i couldnt. thank you for the trip down memory lane.

Comment on Southern Snow – Proof of God’s Sense of Humor by Pam

Pam — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:30:18 +0000

You are a wonderful writer. I was turned on to your blog by a FB friend. I’ll check back often!

Comment on Moving on to Retirement by Edie Parrott

Edie Parrott — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 12:52:18 +0000

Thanks, Ava!

Comment on Teaching Plans for Novels and Books by Edie Parrott

Edie Parrott — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 12:49:48 +0000

Sorry, Jeremy! Since I am retired, I don’t check comments on this site as often as I probably should. I know the stress of dealing with kids who do not read required assignments and that’s why I’m a firm believer in giving quizzes over reading material. I would prefer not to do so, but too many kids will not read unless they are held accountable. I usually could still generate a love for reading because of good classroom discussions on the material. Once kids become enthralled with characters, plot, and discussions, they feel left out if they don’t read. Although I think some in-class reading is important, particularly with drama and epic poetry, I rarely read novels in class except with struggling readers. It takes way too much time away from other class activities that I believe teachers need to do with students. That’s just my idea. You’ll have to find what works for you. I hope you have a great year!

Comment on Moving on to Retirement by Ava

Ava — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:43:22 +0000

Your school will miss you so! While it is admirable for you to step down for the sake on the incoming teachers it is a shame your experiece is being lost by the students since this step was needed.

Comment on Teaching Plans for Novels and Books by jeremy.d.gentry

jeremy.d.gentry — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 01:35:01 +0000

This is my second year, so I am full of questions! I am up to my neck in possibilities and trying to determine a plan that accomplishes the following: creating a love for reading, enabling kids to write well, and developing kids who think for themselves–a tall order, but an exciting one!

Last year I found a HUGE problem with kids not doing their reading outside of class (as well as assigned work). This year I plan to read the majority of the works in class (partly also because I want to read more difficult works). I am planning to assign out of class reads as well, but these will be less demanding.

I realize I will accomplish less in quantity, but I am hoping a slower but more in-depth pace will accomplish more in quality.

Any thoughts?

Comment on I retired, but I wanted to stay by Edie Parrott

Edie Parrott — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:56:05 +0000

Thanks, Jen! I’m glad the blog helps even though I rarely update it these days. It’s tough to be a career teacher and NOT have the chance to prefer for a new group of kids. Good-luck with your new English job! Have a great year!

Comment on I retired, but I wanted to stay by Jen

Jen — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:48:51 +0000

Edie,
Wow, I want to thank you for voluntarily stepping down to open up a slot for another teacher. Here in Tucson, AZ we have also experienced the layoffs. I had been a Spanish teacher at teh same school for 5 years. Fortunately, the administrators like me. They told me that if I could get certified as an English teacher over the summer, they could give me a full-time job.
I start in 2 weeks, teaching juniors and seniors. Thank you for your blog. It has been a great resource for me as I try to change gears from one language to another. May you find joy in your retirement.