Is it bad that…?
Is it bad that now that our state testing is over I feel like a teacher again? As my students were testing Tuesday and Wednesday, I was free to do some work.  As I sat at my desk, obliged to ignore any questions the students may have about the content of the test,  I...
Testing – as an Opportunity
I could focus on the negative things that have to do with standardized testing: for students, parents, and of course teachers. Â But today I’m going to try and be positive and focus on something good that actually came out of testing this year. Â Something I...
Get Mad – But Not at the Schools
Have you seen this yet? Â It’s a letter sent to parents by Ellen Best-Laimit, the interim principal of Harley Avenue Primary School in Elwood, N.Y., and four kindergarten teachers stating that due to “more rigorous learning standards,” an end of the...
Helping Students Deal with Test Anxiety
“Tis the season for summative assessments. As report cards go out and the holidays approach, it is time for teachers to think about testing kids on their skills. Here are some thoughts to consider. ~EMP Summative assessment is just as important as formative...Log In Here
Teacher Retreats!
