Author Archives: Mary Rose Cristello

About Mary Rose Cristello

Pre-service teacher in Western Pennsylvania. My views do not represent the views of any employer, institution, or organization I am affiliated with.

Teaching in Style

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Mary Rose Cristello

Inspired by this post, I’m indulging my style addiction and looking at teacher fashion. For many young teachers, it can be challenging to find looks that are modern yet comfortable. Chic doesn’t always coincide with classroom-ready, especially when it’s play … Continue reading →

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No, I’m Not Going to Be a Glorified Babysitter

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Mary Rose Cristello

Here’s the response I get when I tell people that I’m going into elementary education: “Ah, how cute!” (from adults) “Good luck finding a job” (from cynical adults) “That’s good money and benefits if you find a job” (from more … Continue reading →

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Is “Failing to Succeed” A Bad Thing?

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Mary Rose Cristello

Here’s an oldie but goodie: What if failure’s not that bad? What’s if it’s even beneficial? Do we need to hit rock bottom in order to truly succeed? I don’t feel that these questions are new or groundbreaking. But they’re … Continue reading →

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Watch TV. Cause Reform.

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Mary Rose Cristello

After watching and posting about The Cartel, I immediately checked out its website signed up for email updates. No matter what your views on the education system are, it’s a great source for the latest updates on classroom reforms. A “birth announcement” … Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss These

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Mary Rose Cristello

Ok, so the  title might be a tad overdramatic. But one of the most important aspects of reform is staying informed. With public schools across the nation opening their doors last week, education has flooded the news. When children’s futures are at … Continue reading →

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Sound Off Series: The Cartel

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Mary Rose Cristello

Sorry for the delay – soon, I’ll have a regular blogging schedule and better time management 🙂 Now, to kick off my first series – Sound Off! This series focuses on education innovations expressed though videos, documentaries, and whatnot. There’s … Continue reading →

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The Mission Begins

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Mary Rose Cristello

This is the first step of a journey – the journey of one pre-service teacher to “break the mold” by searching for unconventional ideas and innovations in education. This blog is a means of connecting with anyone who shares this … Continue reading →

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