I've been at work since 6:30 AM. I am usually more productive in the morning. It has given me an opportunity to reflect on how far our class has come. Sometimes, it feels like I'm chipping away at a big block of marble. Sometimes frustrating, sometimes therapeutic. It may seem like little progress is being made since one is chipping away inch by inch. However, when you take the opportunity to take a step back and look at the overall blcok, you may see parts of your masterpiece emerging.
I hope that as the year winds down, that we all take a step back and see the masterpiece of our children beaming through!
Our Classroom
Special Day Classroom for high school students with Severe Disabilities. Our focus is in creating a safe learning environment where our students can explore vocational opportunities, as well as master functional academics for their future success & independence as young adults.
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Test Anxiety
It is that time of year again - Standard Testing!
I think I'm as nervous as my students, especially since this is my first year administering the test. I have mixed emotions about all of the testing our students undergo - STAR, CAPA, CAHSEE, and other assessment tools. I understand the need to have baselines and assessments, yet it is difficult to find a completely comprehensive measure to fit the individual.
I hope my students do well. I'm sure we'll survive!
I think I'm as nervous as my students, especially since this is my first year administering the test. I have mixed emotions about all of the testing our students undergo - STAR, CAPA, CAHSEE, and other assessment tools. I understand the need to have baselines and assessments, yet it is difficult to find a completely comprehensive measure to fit the individual.
I hope my students do well. I'm sure we'll survive!
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Classroom Kitchen
Our students learn food preparation skills. From basic hygiene to planning a Thanksgiving Feast, our students take an active role in all aspects no matter what there ability level is. The magic of cooking is the ability to combine math (budgeting, measurements), reading (finding recipes & following directions), writing (creating shopping lists), and health (hygiene & sanitation) into an arena our students can understand, manipulate, and excel in.
