Monthly Archives: December 2011

Dissenters- Part 2

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Ann Leaness

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Trials and Tribulations We lost some momentum over the weekend. I really wanted my students to try and read Thoreau on their own. I know his writing is difficult, but I gave them some guided reading questions to help them … Continue reading →

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The Dissenters – Part 1

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Ann Leaness

The Dissenters We just started a new learning activity packet (LAP) called the Dissenters. We use a LAP system in our school. Students are able to work at their pace until they complete all activities. They then receive a credit … Continue reading →

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Change

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Ann Leaness

It’s been quite a while since I have written a post. I am now working in a new school and am just starting to feel like a part of this new community. Change is good and inevitable, but it definitely … Continue reading →