by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
This will be my first year teaching “Introduction to Journalism,” and I must admit, I am intimidated and concerned. (Day 1 of the 30-Day Writing Challenge)Created Using CanvaEach morning, except Sunday, I sit in the livingroom with my first cup of coffee and read the...
by Heather MacCorkle | Aug 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
As I embark on the 30-day writing challenge, I want to thank those who have chosen to follow me. I’m quite grateful!Darrin Atkins, Jillian DuBois, dogo, Rachelle Dene Poth, Nerd Graph, Jade-Ceres Violet D. Munoz, Wally Roxanne, Dr. Deborah M. Vereen-Family Engagement...
by Heather MacCorkle | Jul 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
On July 27, 2021, four police officers who suffered greatly at the hands of U.S. citizens at the Capitol on January 6 testified before the House Select Committee. Some politicians’ and media personalities’ responses were alarming.We teachers need to respond. How can...
by Heather MacCorkle | Jul 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
My students and I all suffered this school year, as did millions of others. Returning to the physical classroom bolstered our spirits. We are more optimistic about school year 2021–2022 now.Created using CanvaOne of the students in the morning English class wrote, “I...
by Heather MacCorkle | Jul 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Reluctant readers struggle to persist with a longer text. These students need a partner to meet them where they are and help them improve. In this post, I answer my own question: “What can I do to better partner with my students?”MaxPixelEach year, I hear at least...
by Heather MacCorkle | Jul 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
Things I have learned by living on my own.This year, I struck out on my own. I am now living in an apartment for the first time in my life. Having never rented an apartment, the experiences I have had this year have been terrifying and empowering simultaneously.The...
