Category Archives: behavior

The End of the School Year

Posted on June 9, 2019 by

My dining room table has been a jumble of children’s work collected throughout the year.  I have put on the finishing touches.  Parents will get their child’s Portfolio – the full collection – next week.  I’ll be there, looking over … Continue reading →

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The Pillowcase Event

Posted on June 1, 2019 by

Did you know that the last words the brain hears before you fall asleep are what ‘sticks’, what the brain remembers?  For children this is most important. Growing up is hard work, and any good words are more than needed. … Continue reading →

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Rock and Roll (and Alexa) Save the Day

Posted on May 14, 2019 by

When there’s something wrong In your neighborhood Who you gonna call?  Alexa! “Alexa, play ‘Shout’ by the Isley Brothers.” Music is the universal language of mankind.  –Henry Wadsworth Longfellow- Jennie

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A Breakthrough, from the ‘Curbside Classroom’

Posted on April 30, 2019 by

Steve the crossing guard sent me this new story.  Sit back, read, and enjoy one of the best stories from his ‘Curbside Classroom’.  Steve is a remarkable teacher who makes a difference – no classroom needed.  He’s my role model.  … Continue reading →

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 17, 2019 by

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Gloria and the Leprechaun. Jennie

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The Wisdom of Mister Rogers – Part 3

Posted on March 8, 2019 by

In Part 2, I shared some of Mister Rogers’ words of wisdom from my treasured book, The World According to Mister Rogers.  Important Things to Remember.  I also included the words to one of Mister Rogers’ best songs, “It’s You I Like.” … Continue reading →

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The Wisdom of Mister Rogers – Part 2

Posted on February 27, 2019 by

In Part 1, I talked about my good fortune to watch the TV show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with my children, to hear Fred Rogers speak at a national conference for teachers, and to see the documentary, “Won’t You Be My … Continue reading →

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