Dear Mrs. Esenberg
Dear Mrs. Karra … I mean Mrs. Esenberg, Sometimes I forget that calling teachers by their first name can be inappropriate since the college…
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What’s in a Name? Racial Identity & Academic Expectations
By Dr. Gina Haughton — Have you ever wondered how you received your name? I am currently nine months pregnant, and my husband and…
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Teachers Dedicated to Service: Mara Brandli
In mid-October, five area teachers were honored by the Education Deans of Greater Milwaukee for their work in service learning, “… a form of…
Read MoreTeachers Dedicated to Service: Chad Sperzel-Wuchterl
In mid-October, five area teachers were honored by the Education Deans of Greater Milwaukee for their work in service learning, “… a form of…
Read MoreTeachers Dedicated to Service: Beth Mudlaff
In mid-October, five area teachers were honored by the Education Deans of Greater Milwaukee for their work in service learning, “… a form of…
Read MoreTeachers Dedicated to Service: Mary Gentile
In mid-October, five area teachers were honored by the Education Deans of Greater Milwaukee for their work in service learning, “… a form of…
Read MoreGreat teaching endures in the memories of students
By Kathy Quirk — I recently attended my high school reunion – I won’t say which one, but let’s say it’s in the decades….
Read MoreWhen was the last time you thanked a teacher? Here’s your chance.
Everyone has a story about a teacher who made a difference in their life. Maybe it was Mrs. Tucker who taught you to read….
Read MoreYou Won’t Remember Me: Reflections on Ms. P
By Talonda Lipsey-Brown — Dear Miss, You won’t remember me or my name. You have flunked so many of us. On the other hand,…
Read MoreButterflies of Excitement: A New School Year Brings New Possibilities
By Lisa Plichta — Summer drew to a close with the passing of Labor Day weekend. And, as we physically or electronically advanced our…
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