A few years ago, I was invited to join a group of 5 other secondary ELA teachers and 2 principle … More
Author: janellebence
On the Path to Restorative Restart
Upon listening to the podcast of my last post’s discussion, I realized I focused on just part of the path … More
Summer: Gearing up for a Very Different (Re)Start
We were all changed by the pandemic. Just ask any student, parent, or educator, and you will get more than … More
Learning is an Open Door
In October of 2020, I was invited to contribute a chapter to a book entitled, “Everyday Advocacy” by Dr. Cathy … More
Connecting amidst Isolation
I know there’s so much to do right now. Rethinking learning online is a challenge. This is made even more … More
Grammar: Ready. Set. Play.
The Object of the Game Let me begin by saying, I do not base my definition of being academically successful … More
Brain Breaks: Important Play Builds Bonds
When is the last time you were asked to sit in the same room, in the same seat fully focused … More
It Takes a Village… and a Public Library
What does one do one Spring Break? Staycations are getting more and more popular as schedules get increasingly challenging to … More
Preparing Youth for Civics & Politics in the Digital Age
This happened over a year ago, and I still spend many moments of the day in disbelief that I am … More
Making Midterm Elections Meaningful: Awakening Civic Engagement Through Walkabouts
A collaboration with 3 learners discussing political signage in their neighborhoods. This is part of the Teaching Channel’s series on … More
Persistent Pondering 