Monthly Archives: June 2013
Business and Pleasure
This week I am working with the WSU STEM-LIT program to prepare for an exciting program to be used at our school to incorporate more project-based learning in the classroom. In preparation for a workshop with students in August, teachers are getting our hands on the materials, literally and figuratively, to make the magic happen. […]
Another School Year in the Can
Once again, for the fourth year in a row, I missed the last days of school, which also happen to be my favorite, save field trips and the occasional lazy day. Meant for goodbyes, parties, movies, and filling yourself with good memories (as well as junk food), I cannot remember the last time I was able […]
The Road to the Camino de Santiago
I started my Camino journey a week ago, as soon as I stepped foot outside my door. My trip has already taken me to Amsterdam, Barcelona and Arles. I have had an amazing time visiting friends before starting the 1,000 km walk that will test my physical and emotional limits. After a 10.5 hour direct […]
First Day of Summer Vacation
I would love to say that I spent my first day of freedom from responsibility lounging, swimming or in an exotic locale, but this day found me typing two large papers for my own summer school classes. In one, I presented a policy analysis regarding professionalism through communication, and in the other, my personal experiences […]
School’s Out
It’s finally over. The school year is out. Summer is ours for the taking! It’s time for sleeping in and hanging out. Lots of people have an end-of-school tradition type of thing they like to do just to celebrate, so my second family and I started a new tradition. We gathered everyone and walked to […]