Multitasking
Bon Iver – Babys
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Just like Bon Iver can multitask haunting vocal indie melodies within a post-modern minimalist Riley-esque (one of the most AMAZING and jaw-dropping pieces I’ve heard in a while…..take a listen), I’ve been learning to multitask at work with 2 MAJOR side projects aside from teaching.
The first is the implementation of our 6th grade math basic skills program, called “Kids Mastering Math” (KMM). The teachers so far have really bought in and we’ve heard some really constructive feedback so far, but most importantly, the 6th graders seem to be into it too. Let’s just see how they do on their quiz tomorrow.
Second, we’ve partnered with another AMAZING mover and shaker at our school, Don, to expand Hope. Change. Choices., our effort to spread awareness (and increase applications) of magnet schools in our district. Although LAUSD certainly has some schools that suck, they have some schools that absolutely rock as well. Unfortunately the process is so complex that few even attempt. This year for the first time, we’re actually going to be putting on a Magnet Fair (similar to a college fair or job fair) at our school! We’re hoping that this really explodes the parental knowledge, understanding, and motivation within our community to research ALL school options for kids!
Oh yeah, did I mention that I’m teaching 5 classes of math students too? Sometimes I forget that, too. :)
Themocracy
True dat —- everything Kyleberger wrote about up top. I do believe the dude has some sort of energy source surgically-implanted in his bod. Anyway, his presence on campus is our gain.
Keep on keepin’ on, bruddah.