Tag Archives: Humor

Lessons from Superhero Movies: Teachers’ Edition

Posted on August 11, 2012 by

As the recent surge of superhero films is showing no signs of stopping, I felt that now was probably a good time to share lessons that I have gleaned from the current batch of superhero movies and apply them to … Continue reading →

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My Season Finale: The Ending of the School Year as a TV Show

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

If the closing of my first year school year was a season finale what would it be like? This thought popped in my head during my morning run as I was anticipating receiving my contract for the upcoming year. Here … Continue reading →

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How I Found a Job: Episode 4 ~ Tales from the Road

Posted on May 26, 2012 by

While applying for a teaching job a few years ago, I posted a few notes on Facebook about the experience. I wrote them in an attempt to keep my sanity and sense of humor while facing a series of setbacks. … Continue reading →

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How I Found a Job: Epsode 3 ~ Advice from Mom

Posted on May 19, 2012 by

While applying for a teaching job a few years ago, I posted a few notes on Facebook about the experience. I wrote them in an attempt to keep my sanity and sense of humor while facing a series of setbacks. … Continue reading →

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How I Found a Job: Episode 2 “A Highly Qualified Applicant”

Posted on May 12, 2012 by

While applying for a teaching job a few years ago, I posted a few notes on Facebook about the experience. I wrote them in an attempt to keep my sanity and sense of humor while facing a series of setbacks. … Continue reading →

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#MaycombProbs: Building Community Through Twitter

Posted on May 7, 2012 by

Last Friday morning, my department head Ben Lally sent out the following tweet (Note: I could not find the original so here is my retweet). RT @MisterLally: When you want to leave gum & toys for the neighborhood kids, but … Continue reading →

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How I Found a Job: Episode 1 ~ Unhumble Beginnings

Posted on May 4, 2012 by

While applying for a teaching job a few years ago, I posted a few notes on Facebook about the experience. I wrote them in an attempt to keep my sanity and sense of humor while facing a series of setbacks. … Continue reading →

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