Teaching for America in the Lou

I'm teaching special education in the English department at Gateway Tech High School. On average, my students are reading at a 3rd grade level - so I definitely have my work cut out for me. My goal is to increase the reading level by an average of 2 years by the end of the school year. I also plan to have my students create a portfolio that showcases their strengths and levels of self-understanding and self-appreciation. Wish me luck!!! :)

Friday, January 26, 2007

"These Are a Few of My Favorite Things..."

* Johnny's new lime green hoodie - wears it EVERYDAY.
* Jarrett's latest movie obsession - Passion of the Christ! He won't stop talking about it, and how he thinks we should watch it in class next time we have a class celebration.
* David "Big D" sucks his thumb, and no one makes fun of him :)
* Bryan and JuJuanna - they are an item, and they carry each other's school pictures with them wherever they go, always placing them in the corners of their desks.
* Shamice - everyday for months straight in computer class looked up 'rolly back packs. She got one for Christmas, and rolls in up and down those hallways with pride!
* Timmisha got moved out of my class, but comes everyday during my planning period to 'take care of me'. She straightens up the desks while I grade, and we have girl talk.

I could go on, but I need to get back to class!

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