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FINAL BLOG POST - OUR "DAILY TRIPLE" (DUE 12/1).

This week I would like you to use your imagination. You have just won the lottery and will leave your teaching post immediately to travel around the world. As you leave your keys you meet your replacement. You are asked to give this new teacher just ONE piece of advice. What would that be, and why? Enjoy your world expedition!

Blog Post - Week 7

This past week in my own teaching I felt a little disconnected which prompts my question to you, "What was the moment (or moments) when I felt most disconnected or disengaged as a teacher - the moment(s) I said to myself, I'm just going through the motions here?"

Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 6

For the past couple of weeks you have experienced asynchronous online learning (doing modules by yourself). Previously this semester you have experienced synchronous online learning (all together in the Collaborate room). Which do you think is more effective and why do you think that? Which do you like better, and why?

Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 5

This week we have what we call "open mic." You can write a post about anything related to your teaching that you would like responses from your classmates.

Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 4

Here is this week's question: "What was the event that most took me surprise this week - and event that shook me up, caught me off guard, gave me a jolt, or made me unexpectedly happy?"

Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 3

Please write a post about the following question, "In thinking about my past week teaching what is one thing I would do differently, and why?"

Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 2

Please write a post about the following question, " In thinking about my teaching activities this past week, of what do I feel most proud? Why?"

Fall Semester 2016 Blog Post - Week 1

Describe something you used in your program in the first weeks of school that you learned in the summer NTI program. How did it work? Did it get you off to a stronger start than last year?

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Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Skills USA Help

I am in charge of the Law Enforcement/Public Safety aspect of Skills USA. I have no idea what to do. I know how to find Skills USA's website, but am looking for actually advice from those of you who have taken your students and have competed at this event.

Any help and suggestions will be greatly appreciated!!!!!!!!!!!!

Steven Vinsant

Monday, November 5, 2007

SkillsUSA

anyone going to the skillusa meeting in whitfield on the 13th?

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Hectic Week

I went to Jekyll this weekend with HOSA for the Fall Leadership Conference. We had a great time. The kids were well behaved and did not give me any problems. Monday I had to stay home because my daughter was sick. When I came back to school, my students jokingly accused me of skipping school. They were excited about the trip and they were very appreciative. Tuesday my kids started their first day of job shadowing. Again they were so excited. They intern at various sites: Nursing home, animal hospital, dentist office, OBGYN office, pediatrician's office, and the fire station. Between setting up internships, HOSA, teaching, and NTI I am exhausted. I hope to get some rest this coming weekend.
Tracy

Monday, October 15, 2007

Is it Friday yet !

WOW! Went to my first HOSA conference. It was great. received a lot of new ideas, received very little sleep and we drove back after closing ceremony.(Got back home little after 0200) Can't wait until competition in March. Today was hectic. I had a conference first thing. Initially I could not figure out as to why we had a conference. The student in question had an A in my class and was doing well in another. Well when the other teachers arrived, I learned that she was failing her other classes. The student they described was not the same one in my class. I have to admit I was surprised. I really enjoy the student and have not had any trouble. Hopefully the student will continue to do well. I also needed to finish grading papers and had class tonight. I have to say, I'm Pooped out!!! BUT I'm still loving it in the classroom. Every day is a new learning experience. With all of this, I'm ready for Friday!

Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Skills USA

Hey everyone,

I am still trying to recover from Jekyll Island. I did see Trevor and Dr. B. This is my second year, and I am so glad they adjusted the schedule and made time for the students to get to know each other. My biggest concern at Skills is that they should have something more for the advisers. Maybe like some team building exercises. I don't see much interaction outside of our groups. I am glad there will be a new location next year because there is nothing to do on the island. I am rethinking this CTSO, maybe I will try HOSA. What do you think Healthcare teachers?

Skills USA Leadership Conference

Last weekend, I went to my firs Skills USA function. I was impressed by the energy the students involved put forth. Being a sports coach, I saw a true competitive spirit there and I enjoyed it. Unfortunately, I was not very happy with the location, but that will be changing soon I hear. I think Savannah would be a good alternative. I did learn a lot about the organization and how much work goes on behind the scenes. I feel a lot better prepared to sale the group to my students now.

Thursday, April 19, 2007

Career Expo

Another week down in the books. Next week is Skills USA / Career Expo. I am really looking forward to this. I have two contestants competing. We will leave Thursday morning and won't return until Friday night. We have our rooms booked at the Marriott. The career expo is one of the highlight trips for me each year. You make so many contacts it's ridicules. Plus I see many of the people I have worked with in the past which is the icing on the cake. I expect my guys to to do well in the competition.

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

The pressure is on......

After a post evaluation conference with my administrator, I realize that I am expected to start a HOSA club and begin industry certification. I thought that HOSA was only required if I was receiving the extended day grant and it seems that receiving that grant is expected of me whether I want it or not. And when has industry certification become a requirement?

SkillsUSA has been an established club at Marietta for quite some time and I don't want to break away from the group. I have been told from administration that I should just maintain 2 clubs using the same officers for each. Why do I have to change when this change isn't necessarily good?
Oh, the pressure is on!!!!