Lit 101 returning from their quest. Our intellectual understanding of literature is deeply connected to our physical experience of the world around us. #NPcomets

English 10 prepping for their upcoming lit units today. This great art is an answer to the question "What does courage look like?"

Duct tape stretcher day is my favorite! These kids collaborated like champs as they practiced interpersonal communication. #Ilovemyjob #npcomets #communications

To respond concretely to the serious phenomenon of global warming is a moral imperative. Lack of action will have secondary effects, especially on the poorest, who are also the most vulnerable. #SeasonOfCreation

The days when kids are writing papers in class are some of my favorites. I love running all over the room reading cool lines, answering good questions, and listening to thoughtful reasoning as I witness their learning in progress. What a privilege this is! #theypaymeforthis!

With help from some awesome kids I moved into a cozy new space in the new addition today. I love it and I love how excited the kids are to be able to learn in it! #npcomets #newspace #ELAwing

Back at the IHSSA Coaches Convention with the awesome Tia Stubbs! #NPspeech

Incredible morning at school. Students loved learning about the cultures of some super interesting Iowans.

The only way to analyze Thoreau and Emerson! #Lit101 #theypaymeforthis

At it's core, teaching is about living in this eternal state of hope where any future is possible and every student is capable of making their dreams reality. It is about surrounding yourself with greatness every day. How àwesome is that for a job?

The sophomores are meeting the author of Enduring Freedom today - Iowa born Trent Reedy #npcomets

North Polk Speech had an amazing weekend. 50+ talented, hard-working students delivered performances to be proud of. 12 of our groups will be competing at the state contest in 2 weeks! I am always proud to coach this team!

Watching some musical theatre in Ames with these awesome all staters. #npspeech #npcomets

North Polk parents are the best!

Can't wait to watch this group perform! #npcomets

They did such a great job!

#npspeech had an awesome day at district individual contest today. All kids performed super well! We're so proud!

We are sooo proud of these kids. 19 one ratings and 3 two ratings at state speech contest today. Wow!

This play is so funny! Can't wait for people to see it May 7 and 8.

Had an amazing day with this crew visiting the Textile and Clothing Museum at ISU for our Lit 190 class.