One Week In, Changing Direction

August 25, 2009

So, the first week is over and I can honestly say that it was great.  Great to have a room full of collected materials waiting to be used, great to have such talented and visionary co-workers, great to see my students well and ready to work.  Most of them have returned safe and sound, well, [...]

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Preparing

August 5, 2009

Two weeks until the school year begins.  My fellow teachers and I gather around the table to reflect on our past year and lessons learned.  We ask each other:  What is your goal for this year?  Each answer is different, but adds up to a whole.  Add more fun.  Maintain balance.  Raise the bar.  Be [...]

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Teach sustainability through design

July 20, 2009

The USGBC asked me to share some of my thoughts regarding a project I facilitated with my students last year.  This is the article as it appeared in the USGBC’s K-12 newsletter from June 2009.
Project Profile
Imago Dei Middle School, Tucson, Ariz.
“It is the spirit of the child that can determine the [...]

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