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Sunday, August 16, 2015 1:38:10 PM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Something New:
Retinna said, "That first little stage of cognition is probably one of the most important. it forms the foundation upon which everything else learned must stand.I've met so many children in my life whose lives would probably have been a lot better if I had..." more
Saturday, November 15, 2014 3:49:09 PM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Inspiration:
Retinna said, "Today, Sir Coolman showed me an image of a curly-headed boy. He was sitting on the floor, at home, a skinny picture book in his hands. He was trying, and failing, to whisper read the words in the book, which looked to be at about a second grade..." more
Wednesday, October 15, 2014 11:38:03 PM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Sharing Peace with the World: Ganga Library:
Retinna said, "I have been VERY busy. Sir Coolman and I have not even had much face time. When I realized that my last post here had been in May, I was floored! But I have probably the best excuse possible: God is enriching my life, and that means that..." more
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 4:15:06 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Accepting the Call...After Years of Waiting:
Retinna said, "There are two versions of this post: a short version and a full version. If you want the short version, scroll down to the last paragraph.Here is the full version:Earlier, while I lounged and allowed my face to melt from a lack of energy, Sir..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:18:23 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled By the time you leave my class today...:
Retinna said, "It's pretty easy to post an agenda on the board. Unfortunately, this doesn't always describe exactly what students are supposed to pull from each lesson. Well, the GREAT Southwest has provided me with a laminated sign to post that will help point..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:18:23 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Bizzzzzzzy as a Bee:
Retinna said, "It would seem that, once I had graduated and started working as a real-life teacher, my posts would increase. Obviously, I'm encountering tons of post-worthy events every single day. But it's because of this that it's so difficult to take time out..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:18:23 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Miracle and Her Boys:
Retinna said, "I thought I'd made an excellent novel selection. I should have known better. For some strange reason, even though the reading level was accessible to all of my students- challenging for some, a "dessert book" for others - and the content..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:18:23 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Did I Do Enough?:
Retinna said, "As my first official students took their exams, I couldn't help but wonder this. I think it's something that most teachers probably ask themselves during any kind of assessment. All this thinking has got me prepping myself for next semester...." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:18:23 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Wonderfully Wong:
Retinna said, "For some strange reason, my undergraduate training didn't include one of the most beneficial theories in the field. While Piaget and Erikson are quite necessary, once the brain has stored them and they are easily recalled in a manner which..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled The Beauty of Breaks:
Retinna said, "Resting in the shade, feet propped on a soft cushion, I realized that breaks are necessary in order to be a good teacher. This week-long break has been majorly therapeutic, and I believe that my students will benefit a great deal from my little..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Touching Spirit Bear:
Retinna said, "Reading is NOT a regular hobby of many of my students. So anytime they actually look forward to reading something, I'm quite psyched. Accordingly, our latest book choice has me too psyched to settle down. When I hear the question, "Are we reading..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Crash & Burn...in Exile:
Retinna said, "So, in order to give my students some FCAT prep that was different than simply taking a mock FCAT, I decided to let them listen to a story called "Barnaby in Exile," by Mike Reznick. It's the emotional story of a young ape of exceptional..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Unexpected Self-Motivation:
Retinna said, "While clicking through some Entrecards as I waited to drive a relative to church, I happened across a delightful blog called Life, Day by Day. One particular post, "On Aloof Girl," got my attention.I felt for the auntie in her frustration and..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled FCAT - Day 1:
Retinna said, "The all boys group I'm assigned to for FCAT felt they did okay today. The 70-minute reading session was just as burdensome for us as it was for them. Thankfully, the 7 classes that followed were only around 22 minutes each. With such short classes,..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Knowledge:
Retinna said, "This year has taught me humility and to always be willing to learn. I think that 98% of what I've learned about teaching has come from my experiences with teaching. Had I considered myself a fully educated individual who could not benefit from..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Summer Sours:
Retinna said, "I'm ready for summer. But I worry about my kids.After a year in school, summer is the time many kids let loose. Unfortunately, they can also do some pretty unwise things. Considering some of the choices that many of my students have made this year,..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Summertime Planning:
Retinna said, "My plans this summer? Plan!I don't plan to let my second year of teaching get away with the same punches it cornered me with this year. My summer plans consist mostly of planning for next school year. Yes, just one huge planning..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Tons of Fun... As Scheduled!:
Retinna said, "Summers a time for fun...and academic upkeep!The kids I'm keeping this summer are terrific! I realize the importance of maintaining the individual level academic mastery. But I hate to be a bore and extend the school year they've awaited the end of..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled I'm a STAR!!!! (Kind of):
Retinna said, "Because of my educational expertise, I'm being interviewed by a student body member of a well-known organization dedicated to education!Ok. I'm being interviewed by a lady at church for a class she's taking. In fact, I think it's the..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Interview: Day 2:
Retinna said, "Today's interview question deals with a topic that is almost as controversial as politics: The No Child Left Behind Act. Interview Question:What effect has the No Child Left Behind Act had on your teaching and your students’..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Interview: Day 3:
Retinna said, "Today's interview question forced me to really think deeply about my experience throughout my first year.Interview Question:What are the types of resources and support you are given in the classroom? Are these resources adequate for you to be..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Interview: Day 4:
Retinna said, "Today's interview question leaves me with a responsibility. If I believe that I would benefit from this knowledge, then it's my responsibility to pursue it. Interview Question:In what areas have you improved as a teacher over the course of..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Interview: Day 5:
Retinna said, "Today's question brought me back to yesterday's. Interview Question:How might research in educational psychology, such as theories about how children learn or how the brain functions, influence your approach to teaching?My Answer:Depending on the..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:16:31 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled Interview: Day Last!:
Retinna said, "Today's question is not a question but a request for information that I believe is important: My Response: If you don’t remember anything else, please remember that PLANNING IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF TEACHING. Period. If you..." more
Saturday, September 10, 2016 10:37:05 AM
Retinna Bell wrote a blog post titled A Year in Review:
Retinna said, "I just realized that my last post was describing an event that would change my entire life.I didn't get the nanny position that I was applying for. But I kept applying. I kept praying. Then, one day, I got an unsolicited message..." more