Thursday, July 9, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
The Rain in Spain falls mainly on the plane!
It's important that your children know how to switch from informal to formal register. That means, when talking with adults, or in a formal situation, they must pronunciate, use carefully constructed words and answer respectfully. Check out my column from 6/1 for more ways to ensure your child's success.
** use polite words
** no slang
** talk clearly and with respect
** use polite words
** no slang
** talk clearly and with respect
Saturday, May 30, 2009
KEEP THE KIDS FOCUSED
* CLEAN AND QUIET HOMEWORK AREA WITH SUPPLIES
* CHECK IN WITH TEACHER FOR MISSING/INCOMPLETE ASSIGNMENTS
* VOLUNTEER IN CLASSROOM FOR YEAR END CELEBRATIONS/FIELD TRIPS
* HAVE A CELEBRATION OF YOUR OWN - ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL YEAR DONE!!
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
MERIT PAY IS NOT THE ANSWER
Check out my column from 5/11 and see why merit pay is unfair, unjustified, and doesn't make sense!
Do firefighters get paid more if they put out more fires?
Are politician's salaries based on public satisfaction?
Only teachers are being put on the chopping block!
Do firefighters get paid more if they put out more fires?
Are politician's salaries based on public satisfaction?
Only teachers are being put on the chopping block!
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About Me
- Margaret Lavin
- Has published articles in the San Mateo County Times and other reputable newspapers, has a masters degree in the art of teaching from Notre Dame de Namur University, and has taught kindergarten through eighth grade.
