One year ago I started this here blog, working with David Johnston to establish an unofficial online presence for the Olympia Education Association. Over 365 days it has evolved into a jogging commentary on educational issues both local and statewide, a small part of a growing community of edubloggers.
I emphasize "small," because I honestly haven't had time to make the blog everything it could be--family, teaching, and my other blogging obligation leave little space on the cafeteria tray. But the spirit is still willing, and the goal--thoughtful, honest opinionating--is still intact.
I'm optimistic that as more upcoming teachers are comfortable with Web 2.0, our influence in shaping the discourse can only increase. I haven't abandoned the idea of a collaborative effort, either. If you're interested in a Washington state-focused educational blog (I'm talking to you, Ryan, and TRP, and Jeff, and The Goddess, and whoever else is out there documenting the good fight), drop a comment here or send me an email. I might even be contacting you in the future, so watch out.
I'd definitely be interested ... let me know what you have in mind ...
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to invite McNamar over at The Daily Grind and The Exhausted Intern over at Not Enough Hours.
ReplyDeleteThere's quite the consortium of WA edubloggers developing in our state.
It sounds like fun, and you can't beat the company!
ReplyDeleteLet me know what you need, and I'm there.
Y'all are amazing, I hope you understand.
ReplyDeleteI'll be putting together an email and sending it this coming week. I don't want this to be a huge obligation, demanding too much energy or time. It should build on, not replace, the good work y'all are already doing.
And...The Hedgetoad and at least one of the group over at Leader Talk are also WA Edubloggers.
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