The Bow Tie Teacher

Got my handwritting mojo back!

Thought after years of typing, texting and not using handwriting my script was through. Guess I got my mojo back. ¤ Oh by the way, I put in a request for a new board already.
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This is becoming a habit

Second day back in the class room, this is becoming a habit. Even with a bum ankle/knee it's been fun. The kids are the best. If you don't think that parents have a KEY role in the education of their children, please think again. Knowing that you're partnering with parents really makes the education process enjoyable. 

My goal for this 1st quarter is the just learn as much as I can. I don't think I gave myself enough tools in times past to be the best. Since I'm not going to go anywhere else all I can do is zero in on technique and become the best I can me. I can tell you this for sure. I learned 2 digit multiplication very differently than these children. It's going to be a fun time trying to reteach them this old school style. 

Welcome Back Mr. Whitaker!

Yesterday was my first day back in education. The only thing I can say is that when a school has good leadership a) everyone feels empowered to do their jobs and b) new people fit in like members of the team. I have a really good leadership team at my school. I'm learning more about the people and children there, but the most important thing is that the principal knows what's going on and is leading the school. This going to be a fantastic learning experience. 

All I could think about was that this is where I should've been back many years ago when I didn't think teaching was for me. The truth of the matter is I've grown up over those same years and this is my time to shine. 

I'll tell you more about it as the days unfold, but for now I need to go make my lunch for tomorrow. 

My trusty sidekick

We make a mean team, my tablet and me!
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New day started off FANTASTIC! Little surprise to see that I'll be making more than I expected, but who said favor was fair. I'm back and this school year is going to be dynomite out of sight!