by Sarah Brown Wessling | Jan 31, 2016 | Ask Sarah, Seeking Wisdom
Dear Sarah, How do you deal with the constant cycle of planning, teaching and grading? It feels like a never-ending process, and I am having a hard time giving it my all consistently. Sincerely, Never-Ending Process Dear Never-Ending Process, Let’s get straight to it....
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Jan 24, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Hi Sarah, I am currently a student teacher this semester and I really want to make an impact on my students even though they are not actually mine. I have to teach The Great Gatsby and Ayn Rand’s Anthem. I am having difficulty coming up with lessons that will...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Jan 17, 2016 | Ask Sarah, Seeking Wisdom
Not only do I enjoy responding to your questions, but I also have to contend with my own concerns, insecurities and uncertainties. This week I’m responding to my own question. Yep! It’s a very meta-Sarah Ask Sarah! Dear Sarah (Myself), It’s the end of the semester and...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Jan 9, 2016 | Ask Sarah, Well-Being & Self-Care
Dear Sarah, I’ve been teaching for 19 years and am proud of who I am a teacher. Not every lesson is successful and some years have been tough, but I love what I do and I always love my classes. This year is different. I can’t find the joy in my class. The kids don’t...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Jan 4, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Dear Sarah, I’m a new teacher and am looking forward to my first winter break. This first year has been an exciting and exhausting experience. There were lots of great days and some really tough ones too. I’m not sure what to expect after the break and I’m not sure...
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