Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher VideosFeb 8th, 2009 | No Comments
I am amazed at the power of journaling. I am convinced that if more young learners developed the habit of journaling, we would reduce violence in many of our schools.
What is most unique about this teacher is that she found a way to develop a relationship with the students so that they would feel free to write the truth about their lives. Our kids are desperately reaching out to us in so many ways to tell their story. Unfortunately these stories are often drowned out by the noise of pointless and meaningless activities both in and out of school.
I have began journaling recently–again....
Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher VideosFeb 8th, 2009 | No Comments
This is another amazing story of a teacher who transitioned into teaching to make a difference. Have you ever taught or do you teach AP classes? How about Calculus? You know that these classes are designed to be challenging and to prepare students to meet the rigor of the college curriculum.
This teacher makes it happen, and puts in a lot of overtime to ensure his kids make it. Of course the kids put in the overtime too? It’s called teamwork.
How about you? What kind of overtime do you put in to help your students succeed?
Love to hear from you.
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Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher VideosFeb 7th, 2009 | No Comments
I graduated from high school in 1987. My high school was located in a small urban town faced with the growing challenges of poverty, violence and neighborhood gangs. I made it out, and I’d like to think that I have become a success–at least in my own eyes.
Now, as I teach, and work with students, parents, and teachers it amazes me how different things have become–of course some these seem to stay the same. (gangs, poverty, violence) The world has really changed, and the focus on education has also changed–nationally. Most people who have been in the education trenches...
Posted by graysen in Teacher Videos, UncategorizedFeb 6th, 2009 | No Comments
This is a classic. Wow! What a story.
This guy is my hero, minus the bat and all. However it can come in handy at times.
Talk about transformation.
Every teacher and every principal should see this movie. It should be used to discuss the challenges of urban schools and the dynamics of leadership.
This movie is packed with great content for education classes designed for new and seasoned teachers.
This movie truly transcends time. Go out and get it if you haven’t.
Graysen
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What do you think? Check it out.
Posted by graysen in Teacher Videos, UncategorizedFeb 6th, 2009 | No Comments
Think about this when you decide to become a principal, especially in an under-resourced community.
Will it look like this? Maybe not, but trust me you will have challenges.
Change a tough school around, and you will have opened the door of opportunities to hundreds if not thousands of kids and families.
It is a tough job, but someone is made to do it.
I love it!
Graysen
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Leave your comments. Let me know what you think. Rent the video.
Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher Videos, UncategorizedFeb 6th, 2009 | No Comments
Ron Clark has gone on to do some amazing things in the world of education. I recently visited his school and I was pleasantly surprised to experience the passion and creativity of both the students and teaching staff.
The one thing that Ron has accomplished is proving that dreams really do come true, even in the world of education. Who could or would have guessed that a white guy would move to Atlanta to build a school in one of the toughest neighborhoods around.
Further, he not only built the school, but recruited students and parents to join him in a vision to make education an exciting,...
Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher VideosFeb 6th, 2009 | No Comments
I don’t guess any of us will be working with students at this level. Rather physical…
However, this teacher was determined to help this young lady become absolutely independent. To feel sorry for oneself is most pitiful, and there are times as teachers that we may feed into the self-pity of our students. It is our job to help set them free by providing the inspiration, motivation and information to make them better human beings.
Can you guess who the student is?
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Graysen
Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher Videos, UncategorizedFeb 6th, 2009 | No Comments
Akeelah and the Bee is a great movie. It is very inspirational. Kids face amazing challenges in life, Akeelah is a good example of how to overcome those challenges. Let your students check it out if they haven’t seen it already. This video really highlights the importance of helping students reach their highest intellectual and personal ability.
Have a study group or classroom debate regarding the content and themes. Lots of content here to work with.
What do you think? Leave your comments.
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Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher VideosFeb 6th, 2009 | No Comments
Mona Lisa Smiles. This is a great movie, especially for those working with high performing and privileged students. These girls are real whipper snappers. The teacher probably feels as if this is the “Class from Beyond.”
I guess the great lesson here is that a teacher must always be ready for anything, to include wit. Some kids actually take their studies very seriously…go figure.
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Graysen
Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, Teacher VideosFeb 6th, 2009 | No Comments
Go out and get this video. The teacher is amazing, and uses unique approaches to reach his students. How far will you got to reach your kids?
We all get bored quick. Why not kill the monotony?
What do you think?
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Graysen
