An elegy moves from grief to praise of the idealized dead to solace. This elegy for 2019-2020 reminds us that school is about teaching younger humans to be better humans, and in the process, becoming better humans ourselves. Here’s a call to look for what can lead you forward.
Students today are facing unique—and sometimes overwhelming—challenges. Maybe all they’re giving is all they have. How can we help them? Compassion.
February is the cruelest month for teachers. In the face of constant threats to public education, please remember that you have a lasting impact, no matter how powerless or insignificant you may feel. Take courage.
By Jessica Salfia One of the things in my professional career that I’m most proud of is the work we’ve done to create WVELA. This conference is an opportunity for West Virginia’s ELA teachers to come together and share, collaborate, and grow. We all know that there is some truly Read more…
Challenge is the bedrock of happiness. Cultivating challenge will spark your interest and enthusiasm to enjoy this wild gift called life. Find some inspiration to act here.