I just sent in my National Board Certification application “blue box” full of a lot of thought about and work with my children.  I have to say that the video taping was not fun for me.  I’m one of those who likes to be behind the camera. When I looked at the videos, I was so surprised by what I saw- a glimpse of my students like the proverbial fly on the wall.  I saw Lukas turn and sweetly pat his friend, Sri, on the back after Sri answered a tough question.  I saw Myron throw his hands in the air when he (precociously) realized that he could think about art in two different ways–the print made him feel happy because of one thing and sad because of another. Alencia and Matthew had a serious discussion about the elements of art in a painting they had never seen before.  I could go on and on.  Maybe I can upload some video highlights soon…

TCAP for 2nd graders will be different from previous years.  The new test, called the SAT 10 is longer and involves more critical thinking than before.  Also, the first day will be an 80 minute math test.  (All children need their Wheeties.) We are practicing and preparing. TCAP Saturdays are Apr. 4 and Apr.18.