by Matt Vaudrey | Dec 5, 2020 | Uncategorized |
Listen, there’s a lot to hate about Education right now. I’m less effective on video-conference than I am in real-life, most of the tools that make me effective depend on in-person teaching, there’s no end in sight for distance-learning. But this...
by Matt Vaudrey | Aug 27, 2020 | Classroom Culture, Education, Uncategorized |
When I was in college, I was a voracious and brave eater. I would boast to my friends, “Ice cream, sushi, pizza; even when they’re bad, it’s still better than no ice cream, sushi, or pizza.” I was 19 and narrow-minded about a lot, not just...
by Matt Vaudrey | Aug 11, 2016 | Uncategorized |
Dear Claire, Thank you for being so willing to let me be your long-term sub while you’re out on Maternity leave. Of course, I’ll work closely with Adriana to keep our lessons and class culture consistent, something that you can swiftly absorb when you...
by Matt Vaudrey | Dec 7, 2015 | Uncategorized |
One year, eight and a half months ago, I packed up my little hatchback with the last few boxes of classroom materials, hugged a few students, and left the classroom, not knowing when I’d return. There’s a chance — a slight chance — that I’ll be back...
by Matt Vaudrey | Oct 15, 2012 | Classroom Management, Teaching, Tough Issues, Uncategorized |
I pause the Glue Song and ring the tiny bell on the cart. “People, look over here. This pink paper is LAMIAH, that was yesterday’s homework that I forgot to pass out. Please raise your hand if you need it and Frank will pass it out. This white paper is...
by Matt Vaudrey | Aug 5, 2008 | Uncategorized |
Why do we push maturity on kids so much? Jesus himself said that we should have the faith of a child, so why do we use these phrases? “Act your age!” “Grow up!” “Quit acting like a child!” “How old are you?” I speak...