Blog - School and the City

RIP Tattle Monster

About a year ago, I created a monster: the Tattle Monster. I saw the idea on Pinterest. If someone is hurt, the kids are supposed to come tell me. If no one is hurt, a student can write his or her tattle on a slip of paper and feed it to the Tattle Monster for me to read later. #NEVERFORGET It worked GREAT last year. This year, not so much. Today, after recess, I ... Read More about RIP Tattle Monster

DIY: Legal Fluency Phones

"Can I help you?" asked the Home Depot man. "Yes please. Want to guess what I'm making?" "Ummm is it legal?" Either he didn't see my shirt that says iTEACH in giant letters or he doesn't think very highly of teachers. I informed Home Depot man that it is very common for teachers to make fluency phones with PVC pipes and that whisper phones are in fact legal and that I couldn't ... Read More about DIY: Legal Fluency Phones

Open House (Meet the Teacher Night)

Yes, I am aware that my open house was four whole weeks ago. This whole back-to-school thing has been completely out of control. I CANNOT catch up, and I come home every day aching and exhausted. I would totally be asleep right now, but it's storming, and I don't do well with storms. SO, what a perfect time to (finally) share my open house night! [ If you ... Read More about Open House (Meet the Teacher Night)

First Day of School!

Today was the first day of school and I lived to tell about it! I also fed myself AND am now blogging. I'd say today was a success, other than the fact that I just popped some Ibuprofen to numb the pain in my legs and my roommate / coworker / live-in comedian is moaning about how she needs a cane and some orthopedic shoes. Don't tell her I told you that. Today was an absolute BLUR and naturally ... Read More about First Day of School!

Classroom Reveal!!! (and linky party)

It was a loooong week back at work. I've been crazy busy - and exhausted - but am excited to finally publish my classroom reveal!!! Let's start at the beginning. I really needed a bulletin board here. Last year I made a faux board, but I couldn't staple into it. This year I bought some little cork square. Ta-da! I'm sure they will fill up soon with calendars, reminders, and ... Read More about Classroom Reveal!!! (and linky party)

Let’s Talk About Me

I'm linking up with Blog Hoppin' for Teacher Week 2014! 10 Fun Facts About Yours Truly 1 - I'm a second year, second grade teacher in Charlotte, NC. My kids come a week from today. Cue panic attack. 2 - I have a major sweet tooth. (Thanks, dad.) My two vices are candy and Coca Cola classic. I also love chocolate milk. I am a child. 3 - I am overly competitive. Like, if ... Read More about Let’s Talk About Me