Category: Personal Blog

  • TDIH: WAR was released by U2

    U2, the iconic Irish rock band formed in the late 1970s, has left an indelible mark on the music industry with their powerful lyrics and evocative melodies. Among their many hits, “Sunday Bloody Sunday” stands as a timeless anthem, resonating with listeners around the world. In this blog post, we will delve into the profound…

  • TMIH Space Exploration: February

    February’s Celestial Delights: Exploring the Cosmic Calendar Image: John Glenn aboard the spacecraft Friendship 7 during his historic orbital mission of Feb. 20, 1962. (Image credit: NASA/Chris Cohen) While February is synonymous with Valentine’s Day, there’s another love that fills the skies during this month: the love of astronomy. This brief and chilly month brings a…

  • Sports Washing: Russia, China, Qatar

    The phenomenon of “sports washing”, using sport events to divert attention from political controversies, is noticeable at Olympics and World Cups in China, Russia, and Qatar.

  • Colin Powell: Resilience and Attitude

    Part 1: Embracing Resilience and a Positive Attitude in the Classroom In the realm of education, the wisdom of Secretary Colin Powell holds true: “It ain’t as bad as you think! It will look better in the morning.” The classroom is no stranger to challenges, but maintaining a positive outlook, even in the face of…

  • Thank You

    I wanted to share a big thank you the to LinkedIn community that Dr. Luke McClees Jr. is a part of. They have come through and purchased multiple copies of Sebastian Junger’s book Tribe for my classroom. If you would like to support my classroom, checkout my Classroom Needs list here. If you would like…

  • Beyond Hat in Hand: Why Bipartisanship is Key to Effective Education Advocacy

    Advocating for education requires bipartisan engagement to expand impact and foster sustainable solutions for students.