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Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 01:29:55 -0500

If I were to hit the jackpot, I would be the happiest woman in the world. Aside from having an abundance of money and have the ability to travel around the world, I believe that the absolute jackpot would be to open my own Career and Technical Education High School. The school’s mission would […]

Gisele Washington commented on the post, Balancing Work and Family, on the site Fatima's FACS

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:52:45 -0400

It is amazing the resources that you can find out by just inquiring. Peers are sometimes your best assest, as they may have experienced a situation similar to yours or may know someone in the same position.

Gisele Washington commented on the post, Elusive Goal, on the site sstevens101

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:47:00 -0400

I also remember my first days as a teacher. They were some of the hardest days of my life. It is amazing how you start learning the tricks of the trade that make you life easier with planning, instruction, and classroom management. Practice does work towards perfection. Communication with collegues as you did also makes […]

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:36:36 -0400

As an educator, a tremendous amount of time is utilized planning engaging lessons, purchasing classroom supplies, participating in after school clubs and activities, and fulfilling professional development requirements. With these responsibilities consuming much of your free time, balancing work and family can become more challenging than one would think. It is necessary to devote the […]

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:26:29 -0400

Throughout my life, I have had to overcome many obstacles. Whether the obstacles are personal or professional, I have always been determined to set a goal and work towards accomplishing that goal which would in turn help me to overcome any obstacle. One goal that seemed almost impossible was earning my National Board Certification […]

Gisele Washington commented on the post, Elusive Goal, on the site Fatima's FACS

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 15:42:50 -0400

I love the characterization or life being a maze.Yes it is. Keep planning your work and working your plan. You will make it to the end of the maze.

Gisele Washington commented on the post, 21st Century Education Technologies in FACS , on the site Fatima's FACS

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 15:11:39 -0400

I agree that students are more technically inclined. We just have to continue to show them how to use the technology for their educational benefit.

Gisele Washington commented on the post, A Book I Would Love to Write, on the site Fatima's FACS

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 15:06:40 -0400

I think that there is a huge audience for your book. You should really do this! Paula Deen (the butter queen) would be mad at you though, but she will be alright.

Gisele Washington commented on the post, Passions, on the site sstevens101

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 15:03:08 -0400

Doesn’t feel good to recognize what your passions are and actually work in a profession that you can live them out? You are able to cook with your job, travel, and work with people from variouis backgrounds. You can’t beat it! You can even through a party in too.

Gisele Washington commented on the post, Common Core Standards/Annual Proffessional Performance, on the site sstevens101

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 14:58:04 -0400

I also see the trend of common core curriculum being implemented now. Maybe this will give FACS a chance to prove that we are important and that we relate to all subject areas that the students are taking. I can think almost any subject and relate it to a FACS subject or even a CTE […]

Gisele Washington commented on the post, A Book I Would Love to Write, on the site sstevens101

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 14:53:13 -0400

When is the book coming out? We could use your content for professional development!

Gisele Washington commented on the post, A Memorable Teacher ( Student Years), on the site sstevens101

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 14:51:45 -0400

Great story about favorite teacher. Do you ever find yourself using some of the same teaching or classroom management styles as the great teachers that inspired you?

Gisele Washington commented on the post, Using 21st Century Education Technologies in FACS, on the site sstevens101

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 14:49:48 -0400

You are right about accepting technology as teachers. Although we may not feel like learning new technology and implementing it in our classrooms, it is imperative that we continue to captivate our students with it. Thats why we teach subjects in career and TECHNICAL education.

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:21:15 -0400

Everyday teachers are encouraged to use 21 st century technology in the classroom. Although it is sometimes challenging to master new applications as they are continuously introduced by various software companies, it is vital to FACS students’ success in and out of the classroom. Technology is her to stay for all. With continuous professional development learning […]

Gisele Washington and Fatima Williams are now friends

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 20:16:49 -0400

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:47:45 -0400

I have been very fortunate to have some of the best teachers during my years growing up in Charlotte, N.C. I remember my teachers as caring people that pushed me to always do my best. They always presented engaging lessons, and they always seemed to know what to do no matter what happened in the […]

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 14:06:36 -0400

A Book I Would Love To Write I have often thought of traveling around the world to foreign lands to experience their culture and cuisine. I would travel to Greece and sample their legendary seafood and vegetables. I would travel to Vietnam to taste authentic pho’. I would travel to Jamaica and investigate the best […]

Gisele Washington commented on the post, Career Path, on the site sstevens101

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:39:02 -0400

Hi there, I really enjoyed learning about your career path. You have had a lot of valuable experience as it relates to childrens nutrition and making the right food choices. I would love to hear about your experiences with cookshop. It sounds like an interesting program to be involved in especially since I am learning […]

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:07:22 -0400

As a veteran FACS teacher of 10 years, I have seen education evolve tremendously. When I entered education, President George Bush implemented the No Child Left Behind Initiative. With big ideas for all, nominal funding, and no desired results, the initiative had to be revaluated. Through my years of teaching, the expectations of teachers […]

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 19:28:45 -0400

According to dictionary.com, the meaning of passion is any powerful or compelling emotion or feeling, as love or hate. When reflecting on the meaning of this word, I find that I possess many passions that I have strong feeling about. One passion that I have love for would be cooking. It is very common for […]

Gisele Washington wrote a new post on the site WashingtonFNES 363 Writing and Technology

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 20:53:21 -0400

Choosing a Career Path Choosing a career path is an exciting, confusing, and challenging task that many have gone through. When choosing a career path for myself, I had to ask myself what makes me happy. Having the need to help people obtain their goals always comes to mind when I ask myself this […]

Gisele Washington and Jeanne Incantalupo are now friends

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 20:43:34 -0400

Gisele Washington became a registered member

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 23:26:30 -0400