Google Reader

I subscribed to several feeds and have begun to read them. I found I am so engrossed in some of them that a few hours had passed without my realizing it!

I've also learned not to complain too much about our numbers, conditions, materials, etc. When you read about some places in our country, we have it pretty darn good here in Round Rock. I am very thankful for that.

I am finding it interesting to read what other special educators are doing in other parts of the country especially with the No Child Left Behind legislation in place. We all seem to be facing the same delimas of educating children with high needs and working to find the best way to make sure they have access to everything. I am getting some ideas and hope to continue to find more that will help me as this year progresses.

Blogging in the Classroom

I don't have my own "class" but am hoping to piggyback if someone else decides to do this with their students. I like the idea of it being attached to my teacher web page. I may actually try this with my afterschool game club and see how that would work. I know I have several students who want to set up their chess partners ahead of time and this could be a great place to discuss strategy, etc.

I'm still playing around with ideas...

Getting Started

I am getting started with my 23 things...I've read the quotes for the first week and am looking at the other activities that are available.

I think I want to start out with the reader and finding some resources that will strengthen my teaching especially as it relates to services for students with autism.

I'll keep you posted.