by Mark Greenelsh | May 28, 2023 | Notes from Greenelsh
One of the Habits of Mind I focused on this week with the high school students I teach was Thinking Interdependently. You have probably heard the phrase, “Two heads are better than one.” Learning to work with others by listening, contributing ideas, accepting...
by Mark Greenelsh | May 21, 2023 | Notes from Greenelsh
One thing I appreciate about the high school where I teach is that our faculty strives to educate wholistically. We emphasize academics, but we also try to help students develop in other areas of their lives so they can thrive beyond high school in their...
by Mark Greenelsh | May 14, 2023 | Notes from Greenelsh
Last night I attended the prom dance and game night at my school. I was the designated photographer, but also a chaperone and part of the cleanup crew. Everyone had a great time. As a high school teacher this time of year is busy. Lately, in addition to regular...
by Mark Greenelsh | May 6, 2023 | Notes from Greenelsh
Considering the present in light of the future is an important life skill. I teach a college and career readiness class for high schoolers. One of the pivotal decisions my students encounter during the course is whether it is worth continuing their education or...
by Mark Greenelsh | Apr 29, 2023 | Notes from Greenelsh
This week I have a simple, but important message to share with you. It’s a truth we all need to soak up like a sponge and let it saturate our lives to the point that it overflows to others. No matter who you are, what you have done, what has been done to you, or your...
by Mark Greenelsh | Apr 23, 2023 | Notes from Greenelsh
I enjoy hiking. Fortunately where I live on the central coast of California there are numerous trails within a 10-15 minute drive. Springtime is especially picturesque with rolling green hills adorned in wildflowers and vibrant skies providing a backdrop for dramatic...
