An Addendum

Okay, so I have to admit my hubby has a point.  Private school is expensive.  Even with financial aid that we will probably get this year, it will be expensive.  I do have to add that daycare will also be expensive.  I then have to admit that the possibility of getting financial aid for Noah's second … Continue reading An Addendum

Private or Public, That is The Question

school that is... "The early years are transcendentally the most important and if this nation wishes ultimately to achieve excellence, we will give greater priority and attention to the early years and start affirming elementary teachers instead of college professors as the centerpiece of learning.”--Ernst L. Boyer  As I go back and forth, I am reminded … Continue reading Private or Public, That is The Question

One Size–Many Problems

So here I am back in academic/teacher mode.  I am not teaching this semester but I am studenting this semester and every semester for the next 5-6 years as I complete (or attempt to complete) my PhD.  I am taking a secondary curriculum course--where we will examine curriculums and learn what makes a good one.  … Continue reading One Size–Many Problems

Where Are All The Real People?

As most of you know, I have decided to go back to work in the fall (assuming a district will hire me).  What I want to know is--when we start having computer programs interview potential candidates?  I have had 4 interviews that consisted of sitting in front of a computer and answering 50 or so … Continue reading Where Are All The Real People?

The Long Long Winding Road or Day 26

I can't wait for this whole posting every day thing to be done.  It is taxing.  It amazes me how little I have to say when I sit down with the pressure to write everyday.  Bare with me these last few days... I had my first meeting with my doctoral advisers.  WOW is all I … Continue reading The Long Long Winding Road or Day 26