Looking Back to Move Forward
Recently, I learned about a beautiful and powerful symbol from Ghana called the Sankofa bird. This image comes from the rich heritage of the Akan
Mr Paul's writings and ramblings
“…you’re not old enough to be totally irrelevant but old enough that I can disclaim what you say based on the fact that you’re too old to know much at all.” -a student
Forgiveness: A Reactive Side of Unity
Reconciliation and Forgiveness: The Reactive Side of Unity In a recent message at Oasis Mennonite Fellowship, we heard about Unity and were reminded that it
Classroom Management from Ghana
During the summer of 2022, our family took a trip to Ghana. One of the big reasons for being there was to help with a
How should you respond to pop-culture in the classroom?
As a classroom teacher, I am sure you will encounter casual, and potential pointed, conversations among students surrounding popular culture. How should the teacher respond
Teachers Sabbath Rest
What does your schedule look like? A teacher that wants to be all that they can be for their students, they may need to consider
Teachers Need To Taking Time for Self-Care
Teachers new and old need to take time to care for themselves. Some teachers think it’s a right of passage to be tired out all
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San Francisco
Today I am in California, Pleasanton, a town about 30 miles east of San Francisco. We are here for the wedding of Joe Lapp. For
On Vacation
I am on the deck of a little house in Hatteras, NC feeling the wonderful breeze after spending time on the beach of the Atlantic
Getting to a trusted system
How do you organize your life? I have a Sony Clie that I use for a date book and a address book. But that was
Gospel Express Sale 2008
Arlin and I are setting up for the 2008 edition of the Gospel Express sale. No we are not groupies. We like computers and have