2009-02-25_Welcome

=__Welcome Activity__=

="In education, your choices are quit, complain, or innovate." -Marco Torres= = =

= = =What's the most innovative thing you've seen in the classroom - that didn't involve computers?=

=What's your reaction to Marco's quote?=

=How would you like to innovate at your site?=

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Here is the story about the STAND UP DESKS. Evidently the company is filling orders for these in 20 states. It's an interesting idea, but they are not cheap (about $239.00 a piece). This sems like a perfect fit for the special ed classroom. Maybe some grant money available for Special ed? [|http://www.timesleader.com/features/Stand-up_desks_provide_a_firm_footing_for_fidgety_students_01-07-2009.html] ABC NEWS PIECE[|http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVlS2TAb-js]