Over the course of this PD, I set out to develop leadership skills and learn as much as I could from the collective, and I came away with so much. This pandemic year has been a ride, in so many ways. Though none of us would have chosen a pandemic, I came away with … Continue reading “Taking a Step Back to Reflect”
Written by Melissa Kurenoff
Today, I covered a class for a colleague who needed to be away. It started off simply enough. I took attendance, gave the instructions, and the students settled in to work independently. After a couple of minutes, I noticed a very annoying squeaking sound coming from somewhere in the room. I asked the students about … Continue reading “Today I fixed a desk.”
Written by Melissa Kurenoff
In these strange times (which I, for one, am sick of hearing about in every commercial on the radio during this pandemic), it can be hard to find things to celebrate. Warm fuzzies and small successes can go a long way right now, so I’d like to share a small one of mine, where a … Continue reading “Teachable Moments: Small Successes and Warm Fuzzies”