JahnaIdealSchoolPage

Random notes section from skype conversation focus ====> ability to connect, play and discover how do kids adapt? make it real? challenge kids to bring technology along with them? challenge kids to make it relevant! Look at empowerment of these tools/phones. Use it at the right time in the right way. Being able to be texted means you exist and are relevant to the world. Micro economies in Africa -> farmers markets. Look at "ductaping our way through" - doing it by any means possible. Make it happen! Don't wait for the perfect plan, space, etc. Just be bold and pull it off! empower schools to be much more relevant.

Current Teaching Assignments: Approaches to Learning (ATL = pre-AVID implementation classes) Advanced Algebra Course 2 (seventh grade math)

Needs for ATL: Circle meeting for whole class check-in Practice for note-taking (teacher instruction) at tables/desks Group projects for practicing specific skills Tutorial meeting areas for small group instruction at tables space to display: college information, student goals, motivational stuff Computer access to research colleges etc.

Needs for Math Smart board for video demos, power points Computers for individual video demos, online practice, "ready to go on" quizzes Tables to work Group work stations for differentiated assignments space to display: current vocabulary, projects

General needs windows storage areas

other ideas to connect to kitchen equipment (cooking fractions) sewing supplies (quilting, measurement, geometry) woodshop (build)