TEACHER TALES (8) Kaffee House, 120 West Ave., SS 12866, meeting room

Fridays, 10-11:30am, Oct 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 14, 21

As a teacher for 50 years of students from grade school in Brooklyn to Skidmore College, I have many tales to tell. And so do you. Whether an educator or student, you have a favorite memory of a particular student/ classmate, a challenging class, an amusing incident, a lesson that really succeeded or failed and other situations that occur as part of the life of a teacher or student. In this supportive and enjoyable interactive workshop, we’ll share these memories through storytelling, writing, and visual imagery.

1.Introductions. Why did/do you teach?

2.Memorable Students

3. First Year on the Job

4.Lessons Taught. Lessons Learned

5.Thank You to a Mentor

6.Writing/Reading Circle, Participant Feedback

Leader: During her 13 years at Skidmore College, Joyce Rubin served in the classroom, teaching courses in Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Student Teaching and Department Chair. She currently facilitates creative writing courses at A.L.L, Saratoga Springs Senior Center and Wiawaka Center for Women on Lake George.