Hey, I am back! Let's catch up and look forward!

Hey, Welcome Back!
Yesssss . . . . it has been a while since I last blogged, but I am seizing this opportunity to recommit to my professional learning.

Now it's the start of summer, June 2018, and I am still art-teaching at the same school with the same curriculum, same classroom. The only differences in my world are the experiences I have gained, each one greater than the last. The upcoming school year will be year 4 as Art educator, so I have decided to embark on a big journey to take my teaching to the "next level": National Board Certification!

I have decided to document my progress to help me and other educators. For my self, this blog will help me reflect on my practices and my intentions. This personal aspect may lead to some random brain strays and thoughts, but at least they will be chronicled in an organized format. Additionally, regular writing (using sentences and proper grammar, hopefull!) will be a good practice since I rarely have to put my thoughts down in pen on paper (as in essays, research, etc.) as an Art teacher. Writing for an audience can make all the difference, and I truly need the practice.

Another reason for my blog is to (perhaps) help other educators who may be embarking on this NB (National Board) journey as well. I searched (in vain) for guidance on the internet and found just a very small handful of sites that could take me through the process. So, I've decided to commit and share my journey. I don't know if my endeavor will be helpful to others, but I believe it will definitely help Me, and in so doing, will, in retrospect, help others!

That's all for today,
Joy