Yesterday, during our second day of school this year, a few of my students came in with the cutest glasses on you've ever seen! Now, some people may love high-end shoes, while others may love name brand shirts, but this little nerd right here? Glasses! What's interesting is that right now, nerdy glasses are trending… Continue reading Lessons Learned from Trying on Glasses
Author: higherpathacademy
“Standing on the Shoulders of Giants”
As I sit at my desk the Saturday before the first week of our THIRD year of HPA, I am overwhelmed with love and gratitude for all the people that have helped make this little school a reality. If I started a list, it would be miles long because I wouldn't be the teacher I… Continue reading “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants”
Why I Choose Choice Boards
First, what are choice boards? A choice board is a type of assignment style that gives students the freedom to choose how they will connect with the subject matter. There are many different styles of choice boards. Some are tic-tac-toe boards, asking students to choose three activities in a row; others are in the form of menus,… Continue reading Why I Choose Choice Boards
Passion Projects
“The size of your dreams must always exceed your current capacity to achieve them. If your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough.” ― Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, first woman to be elected head of state of an African country I absolutely LOVE this quote! It challenges us to step out of our… Continue reading Passion Projects
Seasons
With the first snow on the ground, my mind turns to my love for the changing seasons. Everyone seems to have his or her favorite, and my mother and I are no exception. In fact, we share the same favorite season - fall. Here is what our beloved "Mama Thayer" had to say about her… Continue reading Seasons
