Greetings! Thanks for stopping by to visit my blog. This is my first of what I hope will become many, many posts!
As I read all of the great teacher blogs out there, I keep telling myself that this is something I want to do and should do. With the encouragement of my fiancée‘ husband, I am finally taking the leap!
I want to introduce myself to everyone. I am a rock star of sorts. It’s true. Everywhere I go people react the same way to me. They “oooh and aahhh” at me. They get very excited and sometimes get a little giddy. That effect is multiplied when I’m attending workshops and professional development. What makes me a rock star, you ask? I am a male kindergarten teacher.
We are a rare breed, but we’re out there! (Did you know that 1-2% of all Kindergarten teachers are male?!) I don’t know what it is about being a male kindergarten teacher, but it really does make people a little giddy. I always tell people that I absolutely have the best job in the world. And to think that 4 11 16 years ago when I was dragged kicking and screaming into kindergarten, I was calling my mommy telling her I couldn’t do it and I didn’t want to do it.
And here I am starting a blog to share my ideas, creations and stories of being a male kindergarten teacher.
I teach in a public school in Nashville. My students face obstacles and challenges each day. But I’m here to tell you that these little scholars don’t allow those things to slow them down on their quest for excellence. I set very high expectations for my students and we don’t allow excuses as to why we can’t!
Our first rule is that we never say the words ” I can’t.” Our second rule is that we expect ourselves to better than the best! I have been teaching kindergarten for three eleven sixteen years. I have also taught second grade and fifth grade, but my heart and my passion is kindergarten. I love seeing my students grow and soak up every piece of knowledge they discover. I love finding new ideas and resources for my students and I love creating for my students. I love doing art projects with my class as well as science experiments. I get a lot of comments on our very, very decorated hallway! I am very excited and a whole lot anxious about starting this blog, but here goes!
I hope you’ll follow me and come back often! I plan to share ideas and stories from my classroom and I also plan to start posting units and activities that I create!
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22 comments
You ARE a ROCK STAR!!!! You are the first male I know that is taking a part in building the ultimate beginnings of a child's education! I am glad you started a blog & I am loving the design – very user friendly and organized…&&& fun!! I look forward to reading your posts!!
Thank you for visiting my blog (-;
P.S. By the way…my giveaway ends at midnight – you still have time to join the fun (-;
Michelle
3amteacher@gmail.com
The 3AM Teacher
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I just posted a little shout out for your new blog…hope you get some traffic (-;
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Michelle
3amteacher@gmail.com
The 3AM Teacher
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Hey Rock Star! Welcome to the blogging world. You're going to have a blast. You're right, male k teachers are a very rare breed. We definitely need more of you:)
Take care!
PS there's a Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons book giveaway at my blog (actually, I'm doing it with some friends) … Just in case you're interested.
Barbara
Grade ONEderful
Ruby Slippers
Welcome to the world of blogging…you're going to love it!! 🙂
Rachel
A-B-Seymour
Welcome to the blogging world! It is so great to see a male K teacher. My two closest friends met in kindergarten over 30 years ago with a male K teacher.
Stop by my blog and visit Reading Toward the Stars
Andrea
Reading Toward the Stars
Welcome to the blogging world! I am a fellow TN kindergarten teacher! I look forward to reading all about your adventures and maybe meeting you at the next TN blogger meet up!
Markeeta
ATeacherAndABlog.blogspot.com
I think it's great when elementary kids, especially those in early childhood can have a male role model to look up to. Kudos for starting the blog to share your experiences! 🙂
NotJustChild'sPlay
Welcome to the blogging world! We can't wait to read about kindergarten from the “rock star” male perspective!
2crazytexasteachers.blogspot.com
Welcome to the blogging world! I loved your first post and am looking forward to reading more!
Karyn
Aisforapplebisforblog
Welcome to blog-land! I taught in inner city Nashville for 2 years and you are greatly needed!
My son had a male kindergarten teacher this year- ya'll have some amazing patience… First is as low as I go!!
Laura
http://www.tattlingtotheteacher.blogspot.com
Welcome to blogging! Glad you decided to join in the fun!!Love your post and the look of your blog!! I teach 2nd grade and love it! I am following your blog! Happy blogging!!
Teresa
2nd Grade Pig Pen
Welcome!
Marcy
http://marcysundling.blogspot.com/
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your post and I am thrilled you are going to join our book study! Yes, male primary teachers are an anomaly… but add male kindergarten… legend!
I also taught at a inner city school in San Diego before I moved to Missouri. I really loved it! 100% free/reducded, 96% second language learners, 100% amazing kids!
Welcome to the world of blogging!
Mrs. Wills Kindergarten
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Why hello there, Smedley!!;) I <3 saying the name of your blog!!;) It make me giggle a little bit:)
Yes, you are definitely a rare breed! A Male Kindergarten teacher?…I've never met one in real life:) Little kids & art projects scare most men….and lets not even talk about glitter-you're a brave soul:)
I've read through your blog and I <3 it so far!!! So Fun! Can't wait to read more!!
Welcome to blogland and let me know if you need anything!!
~Katie
Little Warriors
Hi Katie! Thanks for the note and for checking out my blog! My last name always seems to entertain people. I'm not sure why but it does. Can you believe I was NEVER called smelly until I became an adult?! I had a kindergartner my first year of teaching K who called me Mr. Smegley! And did you know that Miss Nelson and Miss Viola Swamp teach at the Smedley school???? It's true!!
Hi Greg, I'm so glad you found my blog and left a comment. I'm your newest follower. Can't wait to see all of your great ideas!
Maria
Kinder-Craze
Hi Greg,
Just wanted to post a comment to say that I have just discovered your blog and love your enthusiasm and ideas! I love blogging as it means ideas are shared across the globe!
http://misstoffeesclass.blogspot.com
Welcome to blog land!! I look forward to reading more!!! 🙂
Male primary teachers are desperately needed in primary schools. The job however, can be perceived as one not suitable for men. This perception is outdated and inaccurate and puts a lot of potentially great Male Primary Teachers off from joining the profession.
After starting my teaching career almost 30 years ago as a kindergarten teacher, I was displaced this year from a building support role. I am back in kindergarten joining the ranks of people like you. My colleagues introduced me to your materials, and I look forward to reading through your 8 years of wisdom and knowledge. I have a lot of experiences, but I know that you will be able to teach this old dog some new tricks.
Hi Mr. Greg! You are a total rockstar!! I love seeing all the fun things you do in your classroom. My name is Jason and I am also an elementary school teacher. I teach first grade right now at a charter school in Las Vegas. Teaching has always been my passion as well as creating things for students and other teachers to use. I’m actually thinking of bringing some ideas to teachers pay teachers. I am so happy for all the success that you and Jason have gotten. I can’t wait to see what comes next.
Thank you for being a positive role model for male teachers. I wish I had you when I was in kindergarten.