Lessons from Bluey

Jason LimBlog, Reflect Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: This post shares lessons learned from Bluey, the Disney TV show. The Tao of Bluey is reflected upon. Failure will always be with us.  It is what makes us the person that we are today. Remember that the show must go on! Lessons from Bluey Hello everyone.  Here is a quick question.  Have you all ever seen the show … Read More

Redefine Your Rules: Flexibility and Self-Compassion

Jillian DuBoisBlog, Classroom Management, Reflect Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Set flexible standards for yourself to increase self-compassion. Celebrate who you are. Focus on your successes throughout each day. Pause and think about your response before acting. Redefine Your Rules On any given day, I could list a few things that bother my inherently natural “I’M A RULE FOLLOWER” instinct. Things like: people standing in line on cell phones … Read More

Introducing Better Leadership

Raymond PortenBlog, Classroom Management, Leadership, Reflect Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Lessons that are learned in your personal life can transfer to your professional life. Teachers often need similar support to what a family needs. Educational leaders can use the skills, strategies, and ideas they learn from their family and workplace interchangeably. Introducing Better Leadership I have learned many lessons in my schooling or on the job that I have … Read More

Student Voices

Teach Better TeamBlog, Differentiation, Lesson Planning, Student Engagement

TL;DR: No matter the grade level, emphasize student voices. Let students have a voice; hear their opinions and build upon them. Consider student voices when lesson planning and teaching curriculum and content knowledge. “Equity and Inclusion Just Got Better” Journaling/Reflection Questions: How would you incorporate student voice into your curriculum? What does advocacy look like for you as an educator? … Read More