by Mark Greenelsh | Feb 12, 2022 | Notes from Greenelsh
One of the disciplines effective people have in common is remaining open to learning. Art Costa and Bena Kallick identified this as one of 16 Habits of Mind. I try to instill in my high school students a love for learning which will hopefully continue well after they...
by Mark Greenelsh | Feb 6, 2022 | Notes from Greenelsh
Many of my high school students struggle with anxiety, which is common during teenage years. In fact, right now people of all ages seem to be battling anxiety due to the fears and uncertainty related to the pandemic. In class to help students, we discussed a few...
by Mark Greenelsh | Jan 29, 2022 | Notes from Greenelsh
The coronavirus pandemic has been damaging and unsettling for multitudes of people. People’s physical, mental, emotional, and social health has suffered. Their livelihoods and the economy have been threatened. Relationships have been strained and communities...
by Mark Greenelsh | Jan 23, 2022 | Notes from Greenelsh
In the Capstone career readiness class I teach, my high school students explore their aptitudes. Everyone is good at something. Recognizing their natural abilities and strengths helps students identify careers which they might find fulfilling. If you follow Jesus, he...
by Mark Greenelsh | Jan 14, 2022 | Notes from Greenelsh
A student emailed me this week to see how I was doing and to get my input on a song she is thinking about in reference to graduation. The song, “Happiest Year” by Jaymes Young speaks of the desire to go back in time to rekindle a relationship that’s...
by Mark Greenelsh | Jan 7, 2022 | Notes from Greenelsh
With the transition from one year’s end to another year’s beginning, it’s beneficial to reflect on the past and project into the future. Although the past and future should guide your present perspective and actions, don’t emphasize either one...
