The Calm Choice
It was just one of the numerous comments I heard from teachers throughout the week about nature’s perfect storm: “If we make it out alive, I think we should get combat pay for having to teach on...
#FindCommonGround
Disagreeing appropriately – it’s an important social skill, but at times, one that seems on the verge of extinction. Adults and kids alike struggle to master the concept. Fortunately, I had a...
Don’t Give Up On Me
Apparently, I’m getting old – or at least that’s what one former student told her younger brother this week. “I remember Mr. St. Romain. Has he gone to your class to read a story? He did that when...
Social Lags
“He does not play well with others.” This was the phrase I overheard a teacher utter to a colleague in a staff development session this week. She was talking about one of her new students. I’m...
Good Neighbors
It’s time. Students arrive tomorrow and the clock starts back up for another exciting school year. In preparation, I pulled out my favorite puzzle to work. Though it represents the school of a...
Impressions
I leave an impression – or at least that is what I hear. My wife tells me, “Don’t ever rob a bank. You’d never get away with it. People remember you.” “Is that a good thing?” I ask. “Why...
A Place to Call Home
This week while cleaning our garage I found an old watering basin from Juan Pablo’s cage and was immediately reminded of a blog posted quite a few years back. Perfect timing, if you ask me:...
Odd Birds
Do you know any odd birds? Individuals in your life who you love, despite the fact that some of their behaviors can be unique and very challenging? Or are you like me, the person who at times...
Teach Skills &
Break Habits
Break Habits
