Tag Archives: Students

What I have Learned this Year (So Far)

Posted on September 27, 2017 by drellena

I am 55 years old, and I am in middle school. Well, not IN middle school, but I have started my 30th year in a middle school. My wife would tell you I have always been a slow learner. But … Continue reading →

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Where do We Draw the Line?

Posted on February 28, 2015 by drellena

This year we have implemented a 1:1 computer initiative. Every one of my 1363 Timberwolves got a nice new shiny Chromebook in September. There was a lot of trepidation amongst staff members, some bumps in the road and more than … Continue reading →

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Weekly Education Links (weekly)

Posted on February 2, 2014 by drellena

Here is my weekly update of Diigo bookmarks from this past week. Starting Thursday I will be live blogging from the NASSP Ignite ’14 Conference in Dallas, Texas. Follow my live updates here or on Twitter @tcmsprincipal! Reader Idea | … Continue reading →

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What We Wish Our Students Knew

Posted on November 9, 2013 by drellena

Every year we welcome hundreds of students into our building. We make sure they have a warm and friendly environment, that they have teachers who are competent and knowledgeable, and that they have the materials and resources (as best we … Continue reading →

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