Reflections of an English and Speech Teacher

Great lessons are like powerful speeches; they begin with a hook. Attention-grabbing devices set a tone for a speaking situation, whether th...

A return to in-person learning is occurring across the Chicago suburbs. Hybrid learning is off and running, and so are teachers -- running f...

This past week, our country witnessed an attack on democracy in the Capitol. Over the past year, we have seen the racial injustice, politica...

Turning the page on the calendar brings joy. It is a new year, and while the current state of the world will not automatically reset itself,...

Station rotation is a powerful learning strategy that allows teachers to work with smaller groups of students in a more intentional way. Stu...

2020 - a year unlike any other. It was exhausting and challenging, and despite those challenges - we learned a great deal. Reframing my mind...