When my oldest finished his first year of preschool, he brought home a nugget of wisdom I've used time and time again. The phrase, "Zip it, lock it, put it in your pocket" is a kid-friendly way to say SHUT YER FACE HOLE. Really, it's the gift that keeps on giving. As educators, pillars of the ... » Learn More about What We Say vs. What We Think: Teacher Edition
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One Teacher’s Wish List
After almost 10 years in the business of education, I've witnessed a lot: a student using my classroom phone to schedule her abortion; a parent's tirade during a conference that ended in her slapping her 16-year-old son upside the head and him crying; a lovely young man crashing through my classroom ... » Learn More about One Teacher’s Wish List