Education Week in Review: April 28 – May 4

Posted on May 5, 2007 by Lyn Newton

I hope that you have enjoyed this week in education here at Families.com. Summer break is just around the corner and I am very excited! Check back each week for educational activities to complete with your child this summer! Saturday, April 28 Concerns of Public Education: A = Attitude Teachers often do not get the recognition and credit that they deserve. In my community, teachers are not held in high regards such as doctors or lawyers. The attitude toward the importance of teachers needs to improve. Sunday, April 29 Perks of Public Education: B = Beginning Teaching is a wonderful … Continue reading →

Perks of Public Education: F = Friendships

Posted on May 3, 2007 by Lyn Newton

In my previous blogs, I have been discussing reasons why I enjoy teaching in the public education system. Today brings my A to Z perks of public education to the letter F. F is for the friendships that I have made. Through teaching, I have gained many new friends. I have made friendships at the school where I teach and with teachers at other schools. Throughout the year, teachers from different schools in my district have opportunities to meet with one another and discuss what is happening at their school. We trade ideas and help each other with struggles. We … Continue reading →