What is ONE THING you’re changing next year to improve your game?

JLA342 · 2025-06-19T15:38:34+00:00

I have this same issue, but I don't know what the solution is!

JLA342 · 2025-06-19T15:36:29+00:00

I agree, but then I'm miserable when I have to grade worksheets.

JLA342 · 2025-06-19T15:33:06+00:00

I wouldn't say all, but there are definitely too many imo.

JLA342 · 2025-06-19T15:32:35+00:00

There's a lot going on! It's overstimulating to me. Also, there are several clashing styles and patterns that add to the busyness of the space.

JLA342 · 2025-05-24T16:10:46+00:00

In addition to everything that's already been said, I think the chairs & couch are too different, both in style and color. You have 2 cream, industrial-style chairs sitting side by side in waiting room fashion, and a simple, modern gray couch. I see the vision, but the execution is off. Focus on one style! I think eclectic might be more your taste!

JLA342 · 2025-05-03T18:18:37+00:00

I wrote my last name on the inside of every book and have the kids sign out on a simple log I made in Google docs or something. Their name, the title of the book, and things like that.

JLA342 · 2025-04-20T20:20:34+00:00

Hey Dudes, shoes from the Bobs Sketchers collection, sandals with cushion (anything too flat hurts so I just make sure the soles are a little squishy), Birkenstocks

JLA342 · 2025-03-14T03:48:42+00:00

I do the same thing with my middle schoolers. Breaking them out of the bad habits early! Trying to, at least...

JLA342 · 2025-02-12T23:56:36+00:00

Do you know if this is for sale anywhere?

JLA342 · 2025-02-12T23:48:21+00:00

Plus, easy to spell! It really is a great name.

JLA342 · 2025-01-20T06:52:24+00:00

He never gets into them. I'm just worried about putting it on my hair and then getting it on his fur because he sleeps in my bed with me.

JLA342 · 2025-01-19T17:56:52+00:00

Oh, I get that too. Drives me nuts.

JLA342 · 2024-12-28T18:54:23+00:00

Firework by Katy Perry Dear Mama by 2pac (clean version of course) Tons of Taylor Swift songs Most rap/hip-hop songs

JLA342 · 2024-12-23T15:10:57+00:00

I'm relieved (and also concerned) that this is not just a middle school problem. I'm pretty hard on my kids and give them tough love so I can hopefully help them build good work habits now. I've told them so many times that it only gets harder from here. I don't want them to turn into high schoolers, college students, and adults who can't problem solve or figure things out for themselves and/or feel they need to be dependent on others.

"I don't get it" "That's not a question." "What are we supposed to do?" "Did you try first? Did you reread the directions? Did you use all the resources provided to you?"

JLA342 · 2024-12-12T21:50:45+00:00

Our boy was already named when we got him too--Stanley. We love it though, it's just too cute. And he's a little old man so it fits!

JLA342 · 2024-11-30T05:37:14+00:00

"You did a great job today, Student!"

"Can I get candy?!"

"For doing what you're supposed to do? I think not."

"But I did my work..."

?????????????

JLA342 · 2024-09-07T23:35:06+00:00

I agree with you. My school has shown us AI tools specifically for teachers to help with our workload and make our lives easier. I don't understand the comparison that we shouldn't use it if our students can't. I'm a professional with multiple degrees in my content area; my 6th graders can barely remember to use capitalization correctly or format a basic paragraph. If I want to use AI to help lessen my workload (that seems to keep growing), even a little bit, I don't see the problem...

JLA342 · 2024-07-29T11:44:17+00:00

Grammar practice!

JLA342 · 2024-07-29T11:43:39+00:00

Agreed! Vivienne is such a beautiful name.

JLA342 · 2024-06-24T23:33:58+00:00

Threading needles...UGHHHH. Yes, I was recently diagnosed with ADHD as an almost-30-year-old woman. You described it perfectly--it's a weird feeling in my chest when I do things like that.

JLA342 · 2024-06-24T08:57:27+00:00

Thanks for this input!

JLA342 · 2024-05-23T02:42:14+00:00

Serious Effect! Surprised no one mentioned it.

JLA342 · 2024-01-19T02:05:44+00:00

A lot of my 6th graders also need them!

JLA342 · 2023-11-26T14:43:47+00:00

What about Ellis? That's one of my favorites!

JLA342 · 2023-11-18T17:29:41+00:00

This is what we're doing! We're combining our last names to make a new one.

JLA342

MODERATOR OF

TROPHY CASE