I never believe my own hype. "Founded a school." "Built a community." "A great teacher." "Endless patience." I never believe my own hype. It's pretty simple. In '04 I was given this wonderful opportunity. And I've treated it like something pretty important ever since. I just never fell for my own hype. It never went to my ego. It might have gone to other peoples....but mine remained fairly uncluttered. Why? Because I never thought I would even get this opportunity. I was older. I was happy teaching. I have this nonconformist streak. I run my mouth. But I love teaching. And have tremendous energy. And I understand what motivates people. And have ideas. About how schools should run. And be run.
It's a vision thing. It's not about the hype. I judge my school on two criteria. One, would I send my girls to my school? This year I would. Before this year, probably not. Two, have I put everyone associated with my school in a position to be better. I think I have. But I don't ever believe the hype.
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This blog is about whatever occurs to me. No topic is safe. I enjoy writing. I know some things but am always learning. I have this desire to question and understand what I do. It doesn't make me special...just that I wanna know. I hope you enjoy reading it...but that isn't necessary.
Why I Write...
this wasn't always
my passion. i used to
arch round balls towards
raised hoops on
dirty concrete pavement
till I grew and had
to steady a weary,
alcoholic father who
called me nice "boy"
through yellow teeth
while moms muttered
"not again" in the
background and blue-eyed
blond haired Matt came in
a moment of their
reconciliation and i wanted
to show that i
wasn't crazy and
could do things.
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