The school board for Levelland ISD (TX) voted last week to allow teachers to be permitted to carry firearms. Teachers must have approval from the superintendent, pass a training course and have a concealed carry permit. Levelland, Texas located near Lubbock has about 3,000 students and 485 staff members. Unfortunately, it has become necessary to … Continue reading Pistol Packing Teachers?
How I Got into Writing…
Prior to blogging saying I didn't enjoy or like writing was an understatement. Writing was something I hated and would do anything to avoid. Growing up I never enjoyed writing and would do anything to get out of writing assignments in school. I have dyslexia and dysgraphia. Dysgraphia is a form of dyslexia that affects … Continue reading How I Got into Writing…
What is Your Learning Style.
That is a very good question, I'm glad you asked. Maybe you didn't ask but Plinky did. Part of my specialization as an educator has included learning styles. The average teacher is either an auditory or visual learner who prefers highly structured formal educational settings. My learning preferences are the opposite. Guess I'm certainly not … Continue reading What is Your Learning Style.
Top 10: Student Excuses
#10: "It is too hard." I've been surprised by the growing number of very bright and otherwise successful students that are afraid of failure. When a task is too hard they want to quit or get out of the class. Often the reason stated is that a low grade will have a negative impact on … Continue reading Top 10: Student Excuses
PSA: Finish the GED
Starting in 2014, there will be a new GED® test*. The current version of the GED® test is expiring at the end of 2013. Scores from the 2002 series test will expire December 31, 2013. So if you or anyone you know has started the GED since 2002 but haven't finished it time is running … Continue reading PSA: Finish the GED
Aspergers and the Media
One of the TV show's I watch regularly is NBC's Parenthood. Parenthood follows the challenges and daily lives of Zeke (Craig T. Nelson) & Camile Braverman (Bonnie Bedelia) Braverman and their adult children. One of on-going story-lines revolves around Adam (Peter Kraus) & wife Kristina (Monica Potter) and the challenges they face raising Max (Max … Continue reading Aspergers and the Media
Another Word on Bullying
October is Bullying Prevention Month and in honor of that I want to share a video by my cousin's students. Oh, yeah they were winners of the 2012 The Great American No Bull Challenge The Formula written and directed by Austin Barker, Copperas Cove High School
The Dee Zone 