For years we have asked for the resources that we need in order to be effective in our classrooms.Now the time has come. We now have updated supplies for every core subject area. We have online access, manipulatives, brand new books, iPads for all teachers, and Apple TVs.Now that we have it, what are we going to do with it? I'm sure you all know that even things that we receive without monetary cost to us, has a fee to be paid at some point. Whether it is paid in time or task, we always incur a cost. The good thing is, that most of the time, we don't mind paying the cost, because it's worth it. I'm hoping that the added value that these supplies will bring to our teaching and our students will be worth the extra time and effort that has to be extended to learn how to use it all. I was listening to the radio not long ago, and the radio personality said...Can you imagine having the best toy in the world, but not having the batteries? I laughed so hard, because I remember Christmas morning, when my dad had batteries, but they were the wrong size. It was pure torture! That scenario made me think about our current situation. Having all these new supplies, but not knowing how to use them effectively would be equivalent to having a toy without batteries. There are a series of PDs available to help you become familiar with the resources and how to use them. While I know, saying that the end of the year becomes very hectic, is an understatement, I hope that you can find the time to pick up the "batteries" for you new "toys".
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AuthorJuantonia Hill is the Math Instructional Coach for Southfield Public Schools. This blog represents the latest headline story inside of the monthly edition of Teacher Talk. Archives
March 2015
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