So the whole #oneword movement was sweeping across the social media universe in a big way at the beginning of the year. It seems like a great way to do a new year's resolution. It is simple and easy to remember and focus on. I chose commit. I wrote these four things to commit to 6 months ago, underneath is my update.
1. Commit to my family. Spend quality time and commit to them.
I am proud of this. I threw hundreds, possibly thousands of pitches to my sons in the front yard. They may not make it to the pros, but they will remember me not saying no to them when they asked.
2. Commit to understanding. Ask why. It's not always what you think.
I'm still working on this one. The end of the year was tough, so I have worked hard this summer to seek understanding.
3. Commit to literacy in my classroom. No more stand and deliver. My students will spend time reading and engaging with text. Everday.
This one was huge. I can't wait to get back into my classroom and making time for reading. The less I stand and talk the more time students get to read.
4. Commit to blogging. I will blog more, I even started a new one. It's not ready yet, but it's getting there.
This one is mostly a failure. I still have a few more months, but I have neglected it. I'll get back into it.
If you had a #oneword for this year, what was it and how have you done so far?
