The One With Stage Fort Park

We went to Stage Fort Park today. Very cool.

The One With The School Shutdown Day 5

Well, this is definitely strange times. For the past week, we have been on school shutdown because of Covid-19. In fact, the state of Massachusetts has closed all schools through April 6th in response to the pandemic that has swept the world. New terms, such as social distancing, are being tossed out there with regularity.

As we learn to deal with a new normal, it is amazing how school systems have responded. Bri and Kiff's teachers have shared links to work. Emmie's system is having them post enrichment activities via Padlet. My school system will be launching a mini enrichment bootcamp starting next week where we will Google Meet with students.

Indeed strange times as most schools in America are closed. Weird indeed!

The One Where Tom Brady Says Goodbye

Today the unfathomable happened.

At about 8:30 or so - amid all of the coronavirus news - WCVB broke with a simple statement "Brady is Leaving"

Soon, it was clear...Tom Brady had released a social media announcement that he will not be back with the Patriots.

It is hard to believe...the end of an era...two decades of amazing football, coming to an end.

It is hard to put into words what this day is like.

So, simply, thanks Tom for the memories.

The One With the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Massacre

Today is one of those days that represents a milestone moment in American history. The landmark anniversary of an important event that shaped the lives of our country.

250 years ago today on King Street, the Boston Massacre occurred. As tempers flared and Patriots confronted the British, the event is often viewed as one the galvanized Bostonians - and eventually Americans - against British occupation.

To honor this day, we discussed the event in class and I even showed the video linked here from School Tube.

Today is a day to remember the lives lost on that day and to honor a moment that changed American forever.