Tag Archives: testing

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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Cannonball!!!!!!

Posted on November 18, 2009 by Ann Leaness

How do you start a new lesson? Do you wade in slowly? Do you dive in cleanly? Or, Do you take a running leap and jump right in? I suppose in my 20 years as an educator, I have done … Continue reading →