Cyberbullying, it's a real thing!

I would absolutely hate to grow up today with the pervasive use of technology. Being a teenager was hard enough without iPhones, iPads, texting, tweeting, FB, Instagram, Snapchat, you name it. We had payphones and answering machines. If you missed a party, you missed a party. You didn't have to see the party pics as it was happening. You didn't have to feel excluded from all the fun it appeared your friends were having without you. Being a good digital citizen comes with a lot of responsibility and maturity that today's youth don't yet possess. Queue Cyberbullying.  Unfortunately, it happens. It's real. Sometimes it's accidental but usually, it is very intentional and very hurtful. I've lived through it as a parent, as a teacher, as a neighbor, as a friend and I'll tell you what it never gets any easier. I loved this assignment and being able to revisit cyberbullying and retune my awareness and understanding of it.

Cyberbullying

Move over HGTV, here I come...

I love rearranging. I live in a house that doesn't support the reorganization of furniture so I get to relive my childhood hobby by rearranging my classroom. This project of designing a functional classroom was right up my alley. I found it to be very satisfying. As a teacher, I do monthly desk reorganization to mix it up and then every other month or two I do a whole room rehaul. The kids love it and it feels like Christmas morning! This project really allowed me to think about my dream room and what I'd love to have. My favorite addition is a stationary bike and exercise balls. I know after a long day of sitting and listening to professional development, I'd love to sit on a bike and move a little bit! I have some antsy pantsies that would benefit from the freedom of movement! I also loved being able to design the locations of the power outlets and design a technology zone!