I have not tended to my blog with the opening of school. Things have been very busy especially since I have taken on the duties of Science Department Chair. I am hoping to post some updates about how I am using technology in a science classroom in the near future.

Classes started today August 15th at the school where I teach. It was great to see the kids again! It was not a normal day due to a special schedule for an all school Episcopal morning prayer service and words of wisdom from our headmaster. It never ceases to amaze me how much 6th, 7th and 8th graders change physically, mentally and emotionally over the three month summer break.

Something is wrong with the video “When I grow up” added recently to the videos to view page. It will not consistently play. I did add a new video from the great folks at Commoncraft which clearly explains social bookmarking. It uses delicious in the video which I also use since I use two different computers. View the video and then try using delicious. It really worked for me.

My 7th and 8th grade students will be picking up their textbooks (mine is on a CD) on August 3rd. Students report for their first day of class on August 15th. Where did the summer go? I will be taking an on-line class about podcasts August 1st – August 5th.

Take a look at a new video (Will you be a hero in the hallway?) on the “videos to view” page. It concerns a common problem at all types of schools.

Welcome to my blog! Please join me on my journey as I strive to better integrate technology into a middle science classroom! Check out my vision statement on the “about this blog” page.