Category Archives: Teacher Support

Theresa: I AM a teacher!

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: Siloed

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. First of all, I’m not so proud to share that I have not started running, nor have I made much progress in finding any balance in my life. But … Continue reading

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Allisence: No Hope for Balance

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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Jessica: Have You Hugged Your SELPA Contact Today?

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. Every county (in California, at least) has at least one Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA). This group is collectively my one-stop-shopping experience for all things special ed. In … Continue reading

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Theresa: Where Would We Be Without Mentors?

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. What defines a new teacher? According to the school district I work in, you are considered a new teacher for the first two years. (And here at Reality 101, … Continue reading

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Sheena: Expectations vs. Realities

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. Where in the world have I been these last few weeks? I’ve been trying to survive in a bureaucratic world that doesn’t make sense for idealistic thinkers like me. … Continue reading

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Sheena: Past and Present

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. My restless nights as a Peace Corps volunteer in Niger, West Africa, were spent with a pair of portable speakers and Nina Simone’s wisdom. Her songs became my ray … Continue reading

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Sheena: Past and Present

From Anna over on Reality 101: CEC’s blog for new teachers. My restless nights as a Peace Corps volunteer in Niger, West Africa, were spent with a pair of portable speakers and Nina Simone’s wisdom. Her songs became my ray … Continue reading

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Megan: More than Just a Job

“Follow your bliss.” ~ Joseph Campbell Maybe it’s just my perception, but lately when I’ve met new graduates or people thinking about going into education, more and more of them are considering special ed. I’m always excited to meet other… Continue reading

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Jennifer: We’re Not Going Anywhere

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the CEC 2010 Convention & Expo in Nashville. Along with fellow bloggers Kathy and Ellen, I spoke a little about what my class looks like and how it works, and was able… Continue reading

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