As spring is here and everything is blooming, we as teachers can see our students blooming in many ways.  From the beginning of the year to now, we see how they have bloomed socially, physically, and academically.  We see as they have learned to solve problems among themselves and learned to get along with others [...]

Recently, an extended family member passed away. For the funeral, relatives gathered from all parts of the country. Many I hadn’t seen since the last family funeral a few years back. Though the circumstances were difficult, it was nice to get reacquainted, and I learned much about the lives of my relatives. I was especially [...]

Please, sit down!!  Please, stop talking!!! The list can go on and on.  Many of us have encountered a “troubled” student or child that will just not obey or do right.  Recently, I have realized what could be the problem with some of these “troubled” students.  This key foundation is something I should have thought [...]