The Chrysler Building towered over the bustling streets of Midtown Manhattan, its Art Deco spire piercing the early morning sky. To the casual observer, it was just another iconic skyscraper in New York City's impressive skyline. But for those in the know, it concealed a secret that defied the very laws of reality. Nestled within … Continue reading The Arcane Institute of Manhattan
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Question of the Week #413
From Gregory Stock’s The Book of Questions: If 100 people your age were chosen at random from your last school or workplace, how many do you think would be more satisfied with their lives than you are with yours? Why? What about 1,000 people chosen randomly from anywhere in the world? Now, before you start comparing yourself … Continue reading Question of the Week #413
Question of the Week #404
From Gregory Stock’s The Book of Questions: If you saw someone cheating on a test, what would you do? Would it matter if you had (or hadn't) signed an honor code? Picture this: you're sitting in a silent classroom, the only sound being the furious scribbling of pencils on paper. Suddenly, out of the corner of your … Continue reading Question of the Week #404
Question of the Week #403
From Gregory Stock’s The Book of Questions: If you were having difficulty on a critical test at school and could safely cheat by peeking online, would you? Let me tell you right now, as someone who values integrity above all else, I wouldn't even be tempted. Not for a millisecond. You see, cheating is like putting … Continue reading Question of the Week #403
10 Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Academic Journey
The pursuit of education is a noble endeavor, one that opens doors to endless possibilities and personal growth. However, the academic journey can be demanding, filled with challenges and moments of self-doubt. Staying motivated in the face of academic pressures is essential to not only succeed but also thrive in your educational pursuits. In this … Continue reading 10 Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Academic Journey
Morning Announcements – A Prequel
A few days ago I shared a post about experiencing the morning announcements in a school where I recently worked. And it got me thinking about the morning announcements that we heard each morning in high school. During my freshman year at Patrick Henry, there was this guy who did the announcements every day. He … Continue reading Morning Announcements – A Prequel
Morning Announcements
I don't work in the school I was in for over a year anymore. In fact, I don't work in any school anymore. Therefore, I feel like it's safe to share this story. It's all about the morning announcements... You probably knew that. Because of the title. I have got to learn to be more ambiguous. … Continue reading Morning Announcements
It’s Been a Year Already?
As of yesterday, I have officially been back in the world of Therapeutic Day Treatment Counseling for a year. I almost can't believe it's been a year. Then again, when you combine the past year with the experience I had on this career path previously, I almost can't believe it hasn't been a decade. I'll be … Continue reading It’s Been a Year Already?
Work Ethic
What does it mean to have a good work ethic? Does it mean that, no matter the circumstances, come hell or high water, you are gung-ho about punching in and doing your job? Does it mean that you’ve set goals for yourself and your life and you’re willing to do what it takes to achieve … Continue reading Work Ethic
Really? Already?
Well... it happened. And we're not even a month into the new school year. I've got a cold. I mean, it's certainly not the end of the world. I've had worse. But to think we've gotten three full weeks of school under our belts. And even saying that is a stretch, because the first week … Continue reading Really? Already?
The Confusing Middle 