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Currently teaching in New Mexico, USA, I mentor teachers in achieving their American dream, whether they are with an agency, a visa sponsor, or pursuing a DIY approach.

How My Students and I Use Our "Completion Slip" SystemIn my classroom, my students and I have a simple system for late w...
11/03/2025

How My Students and I Use Our "Completion Slip" System

In my classroom, my students and I have a simple system for late work that keeps us all organized and accountable. Here’s how we make it work:

My Setup is Simple:

I keep a tray of blank "Completion Slips" and a dedicated "Late Work" bin right by my desk. The slip is just a small form where students fill in:

a. Assignment # and Title
b. Date They Are Turning It In
c. Their Name

Here's Our Routine:

Step 1: When a student has a missing l assignment to submit, they grab a slip, fill it out, and paperclip it to their work.

Step 2: They place the packet directly into the "Late Work" bin. This is the most important step, it’s their responsibility to complete the process;

Step 3: At the end of the day, I empty the bin. The slip gives me all the context I need to quickly find the assignment in my grade book and record it. The date on the slip is my official record for tracking lateness.

Why It's a Game-Changer for Us:

For me, it saves my sanity and my time. I instantly have a clear, dated record, which stops the "But I turned it in!" conversations before they start.

For my students, it builds ownership and pride. The act of filling out the slip makes them actively responsible for their learning. I see them walk to my desk with a sense of purpose, handing in not just their work, but a record of their effort.πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ˜πŸ’ͺπŸΌπŸ’™β€οΈπŸ‘¨β€πŸ«πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ«πŸŒΈπŸ€πŸ™πŸΌ


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11/03/2025

Reminder
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11/03/2025

Someone asked me, magkano po rate niyo dyan sa Jumerika?

Me: More than ENOUGH! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜…πŸ’ͺπŸΌπŸ™πŸΌπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ’™β€οΈπŸ‘¨β€πŸ«πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ«πŸ§Ώ

Mga Kachela, Take Note! 🧐Isa ka ba sa mga waiting to hear back about your application? Nakakakaba, 'di ba? Here's how yo...
11/02/2025

Mga Kachela, Take Note! 🧐

Isa ka ba sa mga waiting to hear back about your application? Nakakakaba, 'di ba? Here's how you can wait gracefully and show them you're a true professional:

1. Wag masyadong pushy. Isang maayos na follow-up email or message is enough. Wag paulit-ulit, lalo na sa maikling panahon.

2. Laging polite. Pag nag-follow up, be nice and respectful. Saying "Please" and "Thank you" go a long way;

3. Chill lang. Trust the process. Wag demanding na kailangan sagot agad;

4. Tamang timing. Hintayin mo lang ang sinabing timeline nila. Wag mag-message agad after one day. Give them space to work;

5. Wag pilitin. If you don't get the job, it's not the end of the world. Wag magalit or magtanong nang paulit-ulit kung bakit;

6. Maghintay nang productive. Gamitin ang oras to learn something new or improve your skills. Ipakita mong you're always growing, with or without them;

7. Tanggapin ang resulta nang may dignity. If rejected, be professional. Thank them for the opportunity. Who knows? Baka may better opportunity na para sayo na nakataya or dahil sa professional kang mag email kahit rejected, what if babalikan ka kasi nagustuhan nila profesionalism mo;

Basta tandaan na how you handle the waiting game says a lot about you. Showing humility and patience can leave a much better impression than a perfect resume! Good luck, mga kachekaπŸ’ͺβ€οΈπŸ’™πŸ™πŸΌπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ‘¨β€πŸ«πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ«πŸ€πŸ§Ώ

PS: The photo below ay isang strategy na ginagamit ko sa aking klase to foster the love for reading and enhance ang kanilang reading comprehension skills. I call this "Talk to Text Strategy" nakung saan during reading ang mga students ko will annotate the text using sentence stems/structure. This will give them an opportunity to write and articulate their thoughts while reading.


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11/02/2025

Dear Teachers, balik trabaho na naman bukas. Paalala lang po para di mastress, mag trabaho ng naaayon sa position at sahod. Charoot lang po, para sa bata, para sa bayan! 😁πŸ’ͺπŸΌπŸ™πŸΌπŸ§Ώ

Classroom Management Strategy That Works in my Class (Middle School)Turn-in Trays/Basket? Effective or Not? In my classr...
11/01/2025

Classroom Management Strategy That Works in my Class (Middle School)

Turn-in Trays/Basket? Effective or Not?

In my classroom, I DO NOT use a designated turn-in basket for each class (Bell work and composition notebooks lang ang meron).

Instead, I have students submit their assignments TO ME personally. This allows me to conduct a quick initial scan of each piece of work as it is handed in.

I implemented this system for two main reasons:

1. With a traditional basket, some students may turn in work that is unfinished or does not meet the requirements/my expectations. This creates a delay, as I must then identify these students the following day and have them redo the task, which wastes valuable instructional time;

2. When I am busy, assignments in a basket can pile up for days. If a student's work needs revision, the opportunity for timely feedback is lost. My method ensures I can monitor progress instantly and provide immediate, actionable feedback to students right at their point of need.

By having students hand assignments directly to me, I can maintain real-time awareness of their understanding and offer guidance that is both prompt and specific.

So again, this is in my class and so far mas effective ang ganitong approach than having a turn-in trays or basket! 😁πŸ’ͺπŸΌπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έβ€οΈπŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ«πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«πŸ™πŸΌπŸ’™πŸ€πŸŒΈ

PS: The photo below is not mine, nakuha ko lang po siya sa pinterest. Wala akong mapicture sa klase ko kasi I opted not to have one hehe


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11/01/2025

Good morning, happy November 1! Chekahan time, got a question, let me know? 😁πŸ’ͺπŸΌπŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ«πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«πŸ’™β€οΈπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

11/01/2025

Mag live po ako ngayon, November 1st ,9:30pm Philippine Standard Time for Qand A. See yeah!

Interview Tip: Sharing Part 2 of our series on powerful communication! This time, we're focusing on the workplace.Let's ...
11/01/2025

Interview Tip: Sharing Part 2 of our series on powerful communication! This time, we're focusing on the workplace.

Let's talk about reframing common phrases that can be perceived negatively. Choosing the right words can build trust, show professionalism, and foster better collaboration.

Hope you find these tips helpful! Let's continue to grow together in our professional journeys.😁πŸ’ͺπŸΌπŸ™πŸΌπŸ€πŸŽ‰πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ˜β€οΈπŸ’™πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ«πŸ™πŸΌ

1. Toxic Environment – Challenging environment or opportunity for growth in team dynamics;

2. Overwhelming Workload – High-demand environment or fast-paced workload;

3. Understaffed – Resource-challenged or in need of additional support;

4 Poor Communication – Communication improvements needed or opportunities for stronger collaboration;

5 Low Morale – Environment with room for team-building or potential for morale enhancement;

6. High Turnover – Transitioning team or team with new growth opportunities;

7. Micromanaged – Highly structured environment or closely supervised;

8. Lack of Support – Self-directed environment or room for increased support;

8. Outdated Resources – Traditional resources or room for technology enhancements;

9. Lack of Professional Development – Opportunity for more training or potential for growth in skill development;

9. Underpaid – Budget-conscious environment;

10. Low Funding – Financially constrained environment.

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11/01/2025

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ: Trick or Treat sa kabayahan for candies and chocolates

πŸ‡΅πŸ‡­: Trick or treat sa semententeryo for kakanin, softdrinks, etc.πŸ˜‚πŸ˜…

11/01/2025

Oy, iba ang ngiti ng mga Government Employees-November 15 ay paparating na! Alam na! πŸ˜β€οΈπŸ’™πŸ§Ώ

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