• I’m really pleased with some of the investigations students have designed. Our QFT focused on different rock formations of the Red River Gorge. I put 4 pictures on the screen of different phenomenon which form the main attractions of the area; sandstone cliffs, cliffs with voids (rock climbers seem to love these) rock shelters and arches. The…Read More

  • After completing the investigations nearly 2 weeks ago the results were better than I thought. I was expecting students to struggle creating their own plan since they have NEVER been asked to think deeply much less conduct their own investigation. These students haven’t even really ever completed cookbook lab experiences.

    As I said I was…Read More

  • Panel: Ditch Grades Now! Focus on Student Learning. One teacher did just that— “We have something far better than scores when report card time rolls around,” he explained. “We have artifacts and feedback that provide a clear picture of learning. When a teacher reviews the body of work from a student and asks, ‘Where does this fit on a…Read More

  • Do you have a Healthy Meeting Policy for your school meetings? Here’s a simple one I discovered recently. Only 3 parts! 1. Always serve water. 2. Always serve a fruit or vegetable. 3. Always have a stretch break after 2 hours of sitting. Very easy. You can make a typical coffe and doughnuts routine healthier just by adding a pitcher of ice water…Read More

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    • HI Martha this is something I had not seen before. Please feel free to post any information that will reach out to our students and teachers through the Holler.

  • I took a cook book heart rate lab and turned into a more student centered activity. The activity took more days to do the activity but the students were much more involved with the learning. I have attached a copy of the old lab and the revised version as well. Students will make presentations regarding their findings in class on Monday.

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