James Moss
Why don’t you…? | Mark’s Remarks
My column last week was requested by a few people. You see, some were genuinely interested. Many wondered why teachers, administrators and indeed most school employees were talking about what…
Kajillionaire | Movie Review
During the opening scene of Miranda July’s new movie “Kajillionaire,” words like eccentric, unconventional and even weird come to mind. But keep watching. As with 2005’s “Me and You and…
What’s so hard about it? | Mark’s Remarks
Teachers have never been fans of remote learning. We want our students in school. We miss them. We want things to return to normal. Although many in the general public…
Hocus Pocus, everybody focus | The Happy + Healthy Life
The other day, I was sitting at my desk and in between my computer there were stacks of books, piles of papers, two coffee cups and a water glass. I…
Spoiling is what I do | Mark’s Remarks
Michelle traveled to Florida with a friend last week, and since school had started and everyone was caught up in the madness that is school right now, we called in…
Things I hope will last | Mark’s Remarks
If you are like me, there are many things you’ve come to like about this pandemic. Am I right? Just sit and think for a bit. Does it seem to…
How to Behave 101 | Mark’s Remarks
Hey kids, I’m afraid here’s another column addressed to you. Number one, as we start school. I see kiddos who regularly walk down the hall in the mornings. They are…
Cleaning out the notebook | Mark’s Remarks
Sometimes I make little notes on possible column topics. Then, when I go to write them there’s not enough meat to make it into a column. Even with my talent…
