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Wishing everyone a fun, relaxing and enjoyable summer experience!

Fellow teachers (or intrigued community members) while out on the beach here is a must read for the start of the new year!

Teach Like a Champion offers effective teaching techniques to help teachers, especially those in their first few years, become champions in the classroom. These powerful techniques are concrete, specific, and are easy to put into action the very next day. Training activities at the end of each chapter help the reader further their understanding through reflection and application of the ideas to their own practice.[1]

Saturday
Aug142010

"He Was Me" Reflection on Education Today

I was researching abou the use of technology in education this week. I came across this video today and I thought of how it is always a good idea to take a step back and reflect. This video comes from LeaderTalk - Education Week Blog.

 

Monday
Jul192010

Teach Like A Champion

For the past few weeks Teach Like A Champion is the book I picked up whenever there was a spare moment. Now, that I am almost finished with this book I cannot help but blog for the purpose of raving about it.

You will find yourself reading and saying "oh, I can't wait to try this out in the classroom". Then on the very next page you'll come across another technique that you just can't pass up. I definitely recommend having a stack of post-its on hand before you begin!

If you have the opprotunity to read this book please write to me at munis@veronaschools.org. I would like to hear about your experience with the text!

Sunday
Jul182010

Gov. Christie proposes superintendent salary cuts, merit-based bonuses

In a recent move to provide property tax relief to New Jersey residents Governor Chris Christie proposes caps tiered caps for superintendent Salary and merit based bonuses.

What are your thoughts of the matter? Join the discussion and post comments below.

Sunday
Jul182010

Two N.J. lawmakers propose 2 percent cap on state spending for operational expenses

The debate continues about the 2% cap on property tax growth. What if the government had to live by the same standard?

This article takes an interesting look on curding government spending in light of the recent developments in Trenton.

Sunday
Jun132010

Taylor Mali on "What A Teacher Makes"

I was sent this video the other day. Enjoy!