Friday, August 30, 2019
With the upcoming school year fast approaching, here are some points I am in the mood to make about substitute teaching at my school. Ideally, I'll be substitute teaching for history, English, religion and French I and II. I prefer those subjects not only because they are my interests but also... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, August 26, 2019
Smiley
Senior year. March 2004. I received one general detention during my high school career. General detentions went on a student's record and were served with Mr. Curtz. Private detentions were held by individual teachers and did not go on a student's record. I received a green slip from a someone.... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, August 22, 2019
The Discipline Man
Mr. Curtz was the school disciplinarian. The technical name was Dean of Students. If you misbehaved, you were going to have to deal with him. He monitored detention after school. Being the school disciplinarian is not a job I would want. The reason is because it is a position that brings with it... Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, August 18, 2019
The Kind Brother
Brother Jimmy was a sweet old man. He worked in Student Affairs. Student Affairs handled matters concerning attendance and kept tabs on club participation. When you returned to school after an absence, were late or had to leave school early, you would give your note to Brother Jimmy and he would... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
It's in the Eyes
Last day of Junior Year. 2003. The last day of school was frenetic. My peers and I were only there to get our exam and final grades. That meant going around school, trying to locate teachers, and determine whether to wait in a line or come back later. I was walking around when Brother Keenan told me... Sign in to see full entry.