I try to avoid Monday tests, although I did have one this year. I can't remember how it went, so it either went okay or it was so bad that I've...
I teach sixth grade math, and my students who really struggle are doing so for one reason: they don't have their facts memorized. It's really hard...
For my own plans, I basically just have bullet points and a list of things I want to hit. For subs, I type up detailed plans, but never more...
Last year, we had copy limits of 1500 per month, and admin told us they'd roll over each month. So for the first few months, we all scrimped and...
I got hired on my first interview last summer (for the record, I think I went on six interviews the first year). I came from a...
Agreed. I'm kind of a control freak and I nearly wore myself out last year because I could do everything better and faster than the kids. I'm...
Also, I'd like to add that grading homework nearly killed me when I taught elementary. Now that I teach middle school, I check to see whether...
My first year (last year) was terrible, too. Our entire admin team was outright RUDE to us and treated us like dirt. Literally half of the...
Can I also just say how jealous I am that you have room for FOUR full-size file cabinets? That's amazing! I bought a used one halfway through the...
Oh my goodness. I thought *I* was organized. I think you've just inspired a last-minute trip to Mardel! I've always wanted one of their...
Thanks so much for your response! I was thinking the same thing about potentially throwing away the money if I decided not to move. I just edited...
I'm sorry that your school is closing, but it's great that you're still guaranteed a position! Deciding which grade is YOU is really hard. I've...
I just thought of another question. When would you apply for certification in another state? Should you do it before applying for jobs in that...
Teaching in another state? First of all, hi again! I usually only post in the summer, but I've been lurking around here lately because of all of...
I use the Sir Cumference books for my 6th graders, too. They're really clever! I used Twelve Snails to One Lizard with my 4th and 5th graders.
I drive 40 minutes each way on country roads. I would be willing to relocate, but my boyfriend works 40 minutes away in the opposite direction so...
My board (old shower board) is HORRIBLE this year. I love almost everything about my job except for the board. It took me 20 minutes to get it...
I keep thinking about my classroom, but the A/C isn't on and it's just too darn hot to be in there. I dropped off all of my boxes the other day...
I think work takes up a lot more time than it used to. Also, if you still live at home with your parents or have roommates, you've got someone to...
Boo! I don't see a problem with wearing a school tshirt and jeans on an open house night. In fact, I would almost prefer it because it presents a...
