Don Pata

Physics Teacher - Modeler - Constructivist - Inquirist - Presidential Award Winner 2011

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@physicistdanny My jealousy exists on many levels.

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@fnoschese That is crazy, awesome.

[Simon Sinek @simonsinek]

When we focus on the competition, we become reactive.

When we focus on improving ourselves, we become innovative.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@physicistdanny @pearson I couldn’t agree more. I see how much textbook companies make off of school districts and I’m disgusted. It’s all for profit. They perpetuate the idea that textbooks are necessary when we as educators know the truth.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@physicistdanny Only or already?

[Simon Sinek @simonsinek]

We are often intimidated by people whose very being reminds us of our insecurities.

[Dr. Kathryn C. Murray @katecalmurray]

It was an amazing weekend to be a Norseman! Incredibly proud of these athletes! @GPSchools #norsemenpride

[John Buncher @DrBuncher]

Is there an accepted way to tell your students "I'm sorry I haven't gotten more done but the world is on fucking fire and it takes time to process"?

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@aflynnski These tests are a prime example of all of the work we put in for literally no reward. I love the kids but the EXTRA for AP tests is bullshit. Where is my bonus (I’d even take a thank you) for the additional work to make it possible for these kids to get credit.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

Sunday before AP testing starts is the worst. I just feel like I’ve worked myself to exhaustion but also feel like I haven’t done nearly enough. Fuck.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@JustinAion If you’re asking about rounding you’re totally asking the wrong questions.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@ChyeGuy I am, thanks. I saw my psychologist yesterday and that helped a ton. How are you?

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

Last week was a rough one. I am still completely unregulated but have to teach in the morning. I haven’t really slept in a couple of days. I’m not sure how I’m going to manage this one.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@physicistdanny Dude, you look fantastic.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@WeinsteinEdu @jbteacherman You’re shooting too high. I would take a day off where I didn’t have to work a whole extra day to make sub plans that no student is going to do.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

Woke up feeling like absolute garbage this morning. However, teaching doesn’t allow to take a day off without so much hassle that we just say “fuck it” and go in anyway.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@greengina87 @GPMaire Brooklyn looks like she’s concentrating so hard.

[Katie White (she/her) @KatieWhite426]

Join the first #ATAssessment chat of 2022 on Jan. 11 at 6PST/9EST. Our amazing moderator is @NicoleDimich and she has an amazing topic and a unique approach for us! You won't want to miss this one! Tag a friend and spread the word!

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

@jbteacherman Nice!

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@aflynnski I’m grateful for the people I work with, work for and the students. Meeting ridiculous state requirements for days and hours despite the mental health needs of students and staff is ridiculous. Hope all is well with you and yours.

[Don Pata @mr_pata]

Yesterday I didn’t think I could teach even one more minute. Today the kids were amazing and totally restored my faith in humanity.