Dedicated to one of my colleagues who is one of life’s great guides. I’m pretty sure her students get to enjoy the journey.

Today’s Gratitude Item: My 9th grade class seem to be really good. It is the first time that I’ve taught a group of 9th graders who have listened and worked hard without being “chatty” or complaining. Wish I could say the same thing about my 8th graders but nothing is perfect.