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Kicking Back
By Alex Basile - July 8, 2010

Kicking Back It is not an easy task for the teacher to unplug themselves from the classroom. But summer has endless benefits. Read more...

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The Sacramental Shuffle
By Alex Basile - May 11, 2010

The Sacramental Shuffle Preparing for a sacrament can leave others searching for reasons to believe. Read more...

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Inflicting Pain Upon Students
By Alex Basile - April 8, 2010

Inflicting Pain Upon Students Sometimes the classroom is not supposed to be a comfortable place. Read more...

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Lessons from The Carpenter
By Alex Basile - March 15, 2010

Lessons from The Carpenter Being that I am not only a citizen of the United States but Ireland as well, those who know me best may expect a column about good Saint Patrick during this week of the “wearing of the green.” Read more...

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Can't Wait For Friday
By Alex Basile - March 1, 2010

Can't Wait For Friday Lent is a time to walk with Christ. Alex Basile shares his spiritual thoughts for the sacred season. Read more...

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The Perfect Story
By Alex Basile - February 15, 2010

The Perfect Story When Jesus preached, He often used parables. The confused, illiterate and ignorant were instantly illuminated by everyday images and real life examples. He quietly questioned Himself when they yawned with boredom and felt the thrill of a true connection. He saw the same blank looks of the students in your class. Read more...

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The Most Hated Subject
By Alex Basile - February 3, 2010

The Most Hated Subject I enter this time of year with trepidation. I prep my student for weeks before it begins. The subject of “death and dying” makes the hair on their necks curl. Read more...

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In The Darkness
By Alex Basile - January 11, 2010

In The Darkness Another year has flown by and another Christmas has passed. The excitement that spread while we decorated, baked, entertained and shopped has vanished into the frigid wind. Read more...