We were very fortunate to have a visiting Lost Boy from Sudan, Mark Narikan, visit our class. He spoke of … More
Author: janellebence
Last Day of National Poetry Month Post #2
We hosted a Slamming for a Cause event in December 2014. Each group chose an issue from a particular culture … More
Last Day of National Poetry Month Post #1
It speaks to me, and this is why I will always celebrate this month. Today, I will share what my … More
Digital Learning Day? What does it all mean?
Anyone who knows me knows about my fascination and commitment to revisit my practice. They know about my desire to … More
Happy National Day on Writing #WriteMyCommunity
I am an author. So are you. Or at the very least, you have it in you. You have it … More
Support National Writing Project
Quite simply put, National Writing Project (NWP) has changed my life as an educator, as a learner, as an advocate. … More
Twitter as a Connected Learning Tool
I believe in Social Media. I have borrowed some of my best ideas, have been inspired by some of the … More
The First Day of School Reviews are in… #hope
The first day of school drop-off went smoothly. Seeing the principal outside to greet eager little minds with smiles and … More
The First Day of School Reviews are in… #hope
The first day of school drop-off went smoothly. Seeing the principal outside to greet eager little minds with smiles and … More
A Gentle Reminder to Educators
As the beginning of a new school year approaches, I am compelled to gently remind fellow educators of the huge … More
Persistent Pondering 