Tag Archives: social issues

  As my students gear up to read The Great Gatsby, I was looking for a hook this morning to help them understand the sociocultural norms of the 20s, and particularly the distinguishing characteristics of class and upbringing. Nick, the … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 1, 2013 by sabasabas | Leave a comment

Declaration of Dependence

Posted on September 18, 2013 by sabasabas

  As a public high school teacher, it’s difficult to blog about the state of education in Arizona without sounding like a whiner. After all, we are privileged enough to work with young people who are caring, talented, and enthusiastic … Continue reading →

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Panning Golddiggers

Posted on July 19, 2013 by sabasabas

Golddigging among the bearded, mule-packing set in Cali in the 1800s took initiative, physical stamina, and a honed ability to strategize and weigh odds. These days, it seems too many women have adopted these strategies to extract gold from the … Continue reading →

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