Category Archives: Inspiration

Theresa: Wishing for a jolly good measure of ability

Posted on 31 January 2012 by CEC

From CEC over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. As the days keep getting shorter and colder, and the snow starts piling up, I know that can only mean one thing…it’s time for my least favorite season. I … Continue reading →

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Jessica: Recipe for Learning

Posted on 20 December 2011 by CEC

From CEC over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. As we creep towards winter break, I have begun calling family and friends who I will be seeing on my days off. Several of my friends were in the … Continue reading →

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Theresa: I AM a teacher!

Posted on 2 December 2011 by CEC

From CEC over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. “Oh, you’re not a real teacher.” “Thanks for turning in your report card pick up attendance sheet, but yours doesn’t count.” “Since you’re not a real teacher you don’t … Continue reading →

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Allisence: Talkin’ the talk and walkin’ the walk

Posted on 24 November 2011 by CEC

From CEC over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. ap•pre•ci•a•tion [uh-pree-shee-ey-shuh’n] noun 1. gratitude; thankful recognition One of the things I really appreciate is that my school is an International Baccalaureate Candidate School, and one of the things … Continue reading →

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Theresa: Send me a postcard!

Posted on 2 November 2011 by CEC

From CEC over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. Reflecting is a big part of teaching, and I’ve never been really good at “formally” reflecting on my teaching practice. Some of my best ideas, reflections, and brainstorms come … Continue reading →

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Jessica: From Hopeless to Hopeful

Posted on 11 October 2011 by CEC

From CEC over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. That feeling of being overwhelmed is a recurring theme with my fellow bloggers, and I am compelled to throw my hat in the ring. Here’s the deal: No matter … Continue reading →

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Allisence: No Hope for Balance

Posted on 24 September 2011 by Anna

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. Despite previous bouts of self-doubt and concern, I feel like my aides and I are finally starting to gel. Weekly AIMSweb progress monitoring has given me solid data that … Continue reading →

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Allisence: 5 Things Making a Comeback

Posted on 9 August 2011 by Anna

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. I love the way Converse All Stars look, but I’m not such a fan of how much they cost, so I bought some look-alikes. During a recent visit home, … Continue reading →

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Theresa: Stocking Your Classroom with DonorsChoose.org

Posted on 4 August 2011 by Anna

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. Back-to-school has always been one of my favorite times of year. I look forward to seeing the great sales every Sunday. Who doesn’t love crayons for 25 cents, notebook … Continue reading →

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