Homecoming

Well, we (I) have survived another homecoming week at RHS. There were no injuries (that I know of anyway) and most people had a lot of fun. The week flew by and I really don't know where it went. I spent today working at the library and played tour guide to a group who was having their 50+ class reunion. I was amazed at how many of their memories revolved around the library and the other buildings in Redfield. I guess most of my memories are tied to people and events. It was a nice visit with some alumni who truly appreciated Redfield and what they had here when they lived here. So what are memories made of- people, places, events? Where will this year's homecoming live in those memories?

Teasing

This topic really bothers me. I see students everyday who tease, gossip about and talk back to classmates. This then escalates into a verbal battle that I, often, must stop because it interferes with my ability to teach. Some days, I spend so much time refereeing the comments and comebacks that I get little teaching done. Why are some students so mean to their classmates? School is supposed to be a safe place where learning can happen, but is it really? What can I do as a teacher to end this or is it something that I have put up with?