In my head I've reflected about what I've been learning during this Covid-19 time, but I think it's about time that I started to write them down before I quickly forget. There have definitely been highs and lows during Covid-19 and distance learning was not easy. (We are going back to the classroom in about … Continue reading #SOL20 Things I’ve Grown to Appreciate During Covid-19
Tag: slice of life
a glimpse of 2016 through photos
This is a long overdue post, about 3 months late of my travel highlights from last year. 2016 was indeed full of adventures close and far from Singapore. I started off 2016 in Batam, Indonesia and then traveled to Hong Kong, Thailand, LA, NY, Iceland, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Melbourne throughout the year. I loved being … Continue reading a glimpse of 2016 through photos
the month of march
The Month of March Everyday a new post is up, from 22 fifth grade writers faced with a challenge. Small moments transformed into slices of life, captured through photos, poems, and stories. Everyday I learn something new, about the lives of our students. Reading all the posts, leaving as many comments as I can. When … Continue reading the month of march
2015 in review
One of the most important lessons I attained from my graduate degree in education is the importance of reflection. Every week, instead of tests (thank goodness for progressive education), we wrote pages and pages of reflections on our learning. We reflected on everything- from our journey as teachers, education theory, pedagogy, experiences in the classroom, … Continue reading 2015 in review
lessons from flying a kite for the first time
I held tightly to the string in one hand and panda kite in the other. I started to run furiously across the green lawn, desperately hoping for flight. As I let go of my precious panda in the dark ominous sky, I continued to run, hoping not to crash into the people enjoying a romantic … Continue reading lessons from flying a kite for the first time
taking a moment to listen
It was the end of a long day, my throat was hurting, I felt exhausted, and I was ready to go home. However, we still had 30 minutes of class left. As my students wrapped up typing their fantasy story drafts, I asked if anyone wanted to share their introduction. I called on a particular … Continue reading taking a moment to listen
The 5 Month Journey
During the last week of school in June, I decided on a whim to sign up for a half-marathon. I was gently encouraged to sign up from a few colleagues of mine before hand, who were planning on the running the race in Cambodia during Thanksgiving weekend. I fully blame it on the end of … Continue reading The 5 Month Journey
forgetful
These past days I've been living on the edge or maybe just being really forgetful. I dont know why but I didn't have an umbrella with me when I left school. I always have an umbrella tucked in my bag. You never know when it will rain here in Singapore. Yesterday, when I left school … Continue reading forgetful
a place called home
I walked back to my apartment and I passed by the familiar durian stand with the strong pungent smell, the seedy motel with "interesting" late at night guests, and the comforting signs of 7-11 on the corner. After a long thanksgiving weekend in Malaysia, I was glad to be back. Sure it was nice staying at … Continue reading a place called home
Survival of the First Month of School
I am so happy that the first month of school is done with. It was a great time, but incredibly stressful and overwhelming all at once. It definitely had its highs and its lows. However, I wanted to remember how I survived it all! I survived my first month of school! This is a big … Continue reading Survival of the First Month of School
