Tag Archives: Education

Old Teacher New Tricks

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Ann Leaness

There are so many times I have heard, we need to get rid of the old, experienced teachers. They are costing us too much money and they are just taking up space. They hang on to their ancient methods and … Continue reading →

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We Stand Beside Them and Learn

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Ann Leaness

I teach children. Our future. I teach the young minds that need to be problem-solvers and critical-thinkers. You see, we have left them a legacy of violence, poverty, hunger and pressing global issues that will need to be solved in … Continue reading →

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Learning Always

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Ann Leaness

Last week, I attended New Teacher Camp at the Boy’s Latin Charter School in Philadelphia. I attended a session called Creating a Great EdTech College Course run by MaryBeth Hertz and Alice Lesnick. There was a really interesting discussion with … Continue reading →

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I am one of "those" teachers.

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Ann Leaness

Last week, all the teachers at Central Falls High School in Rhode Island were fired. There has been all kinds of back and forth about the issue. Some, including President Obama, are applauding the bold move. I have to wonder … Continue reading →

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Mentoring

Posted on February 6, 2010 by Ann Leaness

We just began a new initiative during our Common Planning Time (CPT).  Every Friday we invite a group of students to come during their lunch period for extra help. The teachers and students gather in my classroom for pizza and … Continue reading →

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