Back to School

August in Oklahoma can be miserably hot. But to me it is like Christmas and New Years. The first day back for teachers is like New Year's Eve, making new year resolutions. Laying out your plan on how this is going to be a good year. You're going to be at school early every morning. … Continue reading Back to School

Betsy DeVos Secretary of Education nominee

I wanted to watch the entire three and a half hours of the Secretary of Education confirmation hearings, but time is quickly getting away from me. So, I will only comment on the portion I watched and not on the clips posted all over social media. Senator Alexander made opening statements about Betsy DeVos' commitment … Continue reading Betsy DeVos Secretary of Education nominee

The Distribution of Users’ Computer Skills: Worse Than You Think

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To Every Teacher Going Back to Work This Week | Count Your Blessings, Not Your Chins.

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Advice to the Graduate

As you move on to bigger and better things, don't forget the ones who guided you along the way. Your loved ones have watched you grow from a cute little Pre-K kid to bright young person. You had a few turbulent years, but you matured and learned from your mistakes. I would like to take … Continue reading Advice to the Graduate

Welcome Back

Well a new school year has started. It seems like just yesterday I was starting the 2012-2013 school year. I am sitting here listening to the Oklahoma State/UTSA game. We are winning and my man JW Walsh is starting quarterback. I am happy, happy, happy. I am also going to school this year. I am … Continue reading Welcome Back

First Day of Classes

When I first went to work at Keystone my classes were scattered throughout the day. The last couple of years my classes have been only in the afternoon, leaving me the mornings to prepare and do other library duties. This year my classes start around 11 am and end around 3 pm. Basically, my classes … Continue reading First Day of Classes