This conversation is right for me at this time. It means so much for me to finally hear these things being said. I feel like you Melissa. I have often wanted to ask this group- Where can I go where I will not be in the minority. At times, I feel willing to move my family to find a school where i can witness this type of teaching taking place. I am considering a teaching coach (curriculum facilitator) position for next year but then wonder if I am the right person for the job because I feel like a rebel. I also teach in a school where at least 5 out of 14 teachers feel the way we do. The bad part is that they are spread out through every grade level. If I pursue the new job, I probably wouldn't be so lucky to be in this situation. For those of you who are curriculum specialist, do you think your job is harder now or when you were in the classroom because of your beliefs. Also, Bev it's funny you mention the title of that paper. My assistant has told me for the past 4 years- just keep your door shut and teach:)
Even though I don't post often, I thank each of you for being there and helping me to not give in to the pressure to give up or be status quo. Kendra _______________________________________________ Understand mailing list [email protected] http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/listinfo/understand_literacyworkshop.org
