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

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

Fostering Civil Discourse through the Harkness Method

Whatever happened to discussions that center around deeper understanding? Whatever happened to listening as a valued skill? Whatever happened to … More

First Week Project: Not Your Ordinary Start to the School Year

We all remember the first days of school. Seeing familiar faces. Meeting new teachers and students. Learning names. Getting lost … More

The Benefits of Sharing Student Work in Online Spaces

Please see my latest blog post for KQED EdSpace: Public education has long been scrutinized for how it is serving … More

MAKEing Student Voice Heard through Political Art

“Children should be seen not heard.” How many of us feel like this was the mantra when growing up? In … More

Sparking Student Civic Engagement in Online Spaces

Please see my latest blog post for KQED EdSpace: Note: This is part two of A Beginner’s Guide to the Educator’s Role … More

Developing and Discussing Diverse Political Views in the Classroom

Please see my latest blog post for KQED EdSpace: A Beginner’s Guide to the Educator’s Role in Engaging Learners in … More

Mind Dump: Youth in Participatory Politics?

Let’s get the conversation started. What’s the role  of  youth in the democratic process? As an English teacher, I am … More