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Elisa Waingort

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A Teacher Musing Out Loud

  • Tomorrow

    It’s 11:35 p.m. on the night before the first day of a new school year. I’m as ready as I’ll ever be though, from time to time, my mind hovers over the thought that maybe I should have worked in my classroom this weekend. There must be things I’ve forgotten to do, I tell myself.… Read more

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  • My Home Office

    For most of my adult life I have been searching for the perfect home office. I know that sounds crazy, but if you’re a writer or a teacher or a reader, or any combination thereof, you will understand. Disclaimer: I also love office supplies. So, the perfect home office. You know the kind. Lots of… Read more

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  • First Team Meeting of the Year

    It’s funny how the weather changes right before school is scheduled to start. Or so it seems. The air is crisper and the temperature drops just enough, but not too much. Or so it seems. The sun sinks into the horizon just a little bit earlier. Just enough to tease you, but not enough that… Read more

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  • Why I Tribe – #CompelledTribe

    I am one of those members that has fallen short of my promised participation in #CompelledTribe over the last few months. Yet, I am here because The Compelled Tribe inspires me; it is bigger than me or any one of the individuals that comprise it. And, I want to be a part of something bigger,… Read more

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  • August

    The month of August is when teachers, in many places but not all, start the back-to-school countdown. If this is you, by this time of the year, you are probably gearing up to meet your new class of students or are participating in professional learning activities planned by your school or jurisdiction. And some, like… Read more

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  • Two Changes for the Fall

    At last night’s #TeachWrite monthly chat participants discussed ways to could keep a writing habit going when school starts up again in the fall. I know that for some of you, school has already started, but I’m still in summer mode. A couple of suggestions resonated with me and so I want to discuss them… Read more

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  • Tuesday Slicing #1/many more – A New Start

    I am a perfectionist and a rule follower. I need to know what is expected of me so that I can work within those parameters. Although I may deviate from some expectations or rules, I agonize over my decisions to do so. You’re probably thinking: OMG! What a combination! Yes, it’s a lethal combination and causes… Read more

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  • Intentions

    Today is Tuesday and typically I would be writing a blog post for the #SOL Tuesday challenge on the Two Writing Teachers blog site. But, over the last few weeks, probably more than that, I haven’t been able to write much of anything…or even read much of anything, for that matter. I have had a… Read more

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  • Restitution – #SOL18 March Challenge

    Teachers make hundreds of decisions every day. Some require some deliberation; most are split second decisions that may, nevertheless, have a lasting impact on students. I’m learning to say, “I’m not sure about that. Let me think about it and I’ll let you know tomorrow.” Or, “I don’t have enough information to answer your question.… Read more

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  • Work-Life Balance

    I have rarely been successful at finding a work-life balance. I have a hard time turning off work so that I can enjoy my life more. However, I am happy to report that I have gotten better about this over the last few years. I’m not sure what was the turning point or the event… Read more

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