Author Archives: eaglzherenow

I have just returned from an awesome trip to our Nation’s Capital – Washington DC.  I took my two daughters, ages 13 and 12.  We were amazed by the museums, in awe of the monuments, and baffled by the fast-paced life of many of those who live and work in Washington.  There were many points [...]
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As I finalize my 360 project paper, I reflect upon how life and learning can often be connected to childhood memories.  The basis of who we are, who we have been, and who we may become, is founded on the “simplest of ideas”.  Being a parent can reinforce this belief and can test your abilities [...]
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I am not one to enjoy slapstick, however, the Monty Python skit I viewed from the Blackboard post was very funny this evening.  I am not sure if it was based on being so silly, and thus so funny, or if it really had a point.  I feel like we argue at times in circles, [...]
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ku2EQcUN1uU – Ken Kay – President of P21  Highlight the most important aspects of what the advocate or coalition leader has to say: All students should be prepared with 21st century readiness Based on the global innovative economy Students are competing with other students around the world – on innovative and collaborative skills New education [...]
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The group’s initial issue to look at was – Do some students lack access to technology based on individual or local socioeconomic status?  As I review this issue, and peel away to the heart of the issue, I wonder is the access based on knowledge or ignorance or based on money and ability to pay [...]
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“In recent years, many have stressed that school leaders must reflect before acting.  Reflection and thoughtful analysis are especially imp0ortant when on is developing policies or implementing policies adopted by others” (Fowler, 2009, p. 266).  As I relate what I do at work to what I have learned in class, I find that I am [...]
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RICHMOND – Governor Bob McDonnell issued the following statement today following passage this morning by the House of Delegates of HB576, legislation that changes teacher contracting to help recognize exceptional teachers inVirginia’s public schools.  “I have long said that a child’s educational opportunities should be determined by her intellect and work ethic, not her zip [...]
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The act of putting pen to paper encourages pause for thought, this in turn makes us think more deeply about life, which helps us regain our equilibrium.  ~Norbet Platt Thinking more deeply and more scholarly has been our driving focus this fall.  As we wrapped up our final, no think scholarly, last, ok, hmmmm, concluding Saturday class, [...] Read more »

Communicating has been very easy for me.  I am an extraverted person and I love to talk, express myself, write, and let others know what I am thinking.  I obviously have grown in this area since I was a child.  My report cards always had a comment stating – “Student gets along well with others, [...]
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