Our interactive white boards have been installed. We haven’t had training on them yet, but I’m a learn-by-doing / impatient kind of learner. Some of the things I love: 1. I love how excited the kids are to come up and write on the board. 2. I love seeing my Powerpoint Expectations blown up and […]
Explore the Ocean
How cool is this?!?! Google maps has headed under water. You can now see a “street view” tour of some wonderful reefs. I love the ocean. That simple sentence doesn’t express it well, but the ocean is part of my soul. There is nothing as peaceful or healing as sitting on the shore listening to […]
Using Technology to Post Clear Expectations
You may remember that I have an interactive white board that has been delivered to my classroom but hasn’t been installed. I’m told this is the week. (I was told last week was the week, so I’m trying not to get too excited.) To keep it positive, learned a new vocabulary word: bureaucracy. Someone asked […]
Opening Items in Google Docs on an iPad
I was in love with Google Docs. He helped me save, open, and print so many wonderful freebies. Then one day, a few months ago, he got an attitude. He decided he wasn’t going to work on my iPad anymore. I thought maybe it was just me. But, I talked to some others and found […]
How to Upload and Item to Teachers Pay Teachers
I’ve supported a few wonderful new teachers over the years. You’re first years are hard. There will be things that pop up and surprise you. Just breathe. You can do this. Make sure you have a clear behavior plan in place. Whether it’s a clip chart or something else, make sure it is simple and […]