by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Here is a rundown of the brief research I conducted on Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funding, and what my district is doing with the funds.Day 13 of my 30-Day Writing ChallengePhoto by Deleece Cook on UnsplashWhat Is ESSER?Several times during the...
by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
For better or worse, politics has always steered school policies.(Day 12 of my 30-Day Writing Challenge)A recent study by Boston College revealed that political motivations, not science, are directing school reopening decisions. An analysis of reopening decisions in...
by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
This is a key strategy with which all teachers are familiar. This year, as we rework our curriculum and instruction to best accommodate students, I explicitly remind myself of this basic principle. This post shares my ideas for the 2021–2022 school year.(Day 11 of my...
by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Today’s post continues to address a common problem, namely how to manage multiple preps with only one prep period.(Day 10 of my 30-Day Writing Challenge)Photo by Thought Catalog on UnsplashRecap of Part IIn part one of this two-part post, I wrote about streamlining...
by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Yesterday, I indulged my less-confident side, and wondered what I would do if I left K-12 education. Today, it’s time to bounce back.(Day 9 of the 30-Day Writing Challenge)Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on UnsplashEach course is a “prep.” Each has its requirements,...
by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
On day 8 of my 30-Day Writing Challenge, my thoughts turn to pursuing a career outside of education. This post explains why.Photo by Heidi Fin on UnsplashBackgroundAlthough I have been certified to teach English for over a decade, this will be my fourth year teaching...
