I’m a Teacher and I Don’t Know What to Expect This Year Either
No, I don’t know what school will look like this fall. Will my kids have to wear masks? Am I…
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No, I don’t know what school will look like this fall. Will my kids have to wear masks? Am I…
Continue ReadingI’d like to begin this article by admitting something I’ve been ashamed of for a long time: my third-grade soccer…
Continue ReadingI was frantically scribbling away on the classic pro/con list, desperate and frustrated as each column found a way to…
Continue ReadingI’d had her as my student for nearly 100 days. Sullen, sad, just existing, her countenance carried burden and a…
Continue ReadingToday was hard. I didn’t sleep last night, in anticipation of getting to be in this space today. I thought…
Continue ReadingI just dropped off homework, next to an empty parking lot and quiet sidewalks. I set the girls’ folders next…
Continue ReadingHey teachers, I just wanted to let you know that however this week goes down, it's all good. We're on…
Continue ReadingDear teacher, I wish I could see you right now! I miss you so much. I feel a little confused…
Continue ReadingDear students, I wish I could wrap you in a hug right now! You, my dears, are “my kids.” During…
Continue ReadingBrandon Holeman is an 8th grade teacher, which makes him a definite candidate for “hero” in my eyes any darn…
Continue ReadingI don’t know you because you are new, but I wanted to tell you I saw you. You are beautiful.…
Continue ReadingIt's been an overwhelming school year. The fact it's only a little over halfway over makes it even more surreal. …
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