TL;DR: Everyone likes to feel appreciated for the work they do. Surprise gratitude can brighten up someone’s day. Find ways to show specific gratitude towards coworkers and students. Everyone working in schools right now is working as hard as they possibly can. Our transportation staff is up bright and early to get our students safely to and from school. The … Read More
Engage and Elevate Better this Testing Season!
TL;DR: Testing season is real! Be transparent with all stakeholders regarding what testing means for your school. Build relationships with your school team and families to get through this season united. Educators are not like everyone else. While the rest of the world acknowledges four seasons, we educators add at least one more—testing season. State testing is upon us, ahead … Read More
Luck & Happiness
TL;DR: Think of a time when you felt lucky. If this is difficult, it may be because of the way you perceive the world. Try to find luck in your week. When I facilitate workshops, I sprinkle in “positivity pauses” throughout the sessions. We take time to stop and reflect on something good to prime our brains for positivity. One … Read More
Show 63: Strategies for Classroom Tech Tips
Dr. Monica Burns was a very early adopter of a 1:1 environment utilizing iPads over ten years ago and has not looked back. She is the founder of www.classtechtips.com. She demonstrates the value, purpose, and benefits of integrating technology into the classroom. She helps us understand how to move students from being consumers to authentic creators. In This Episode We … Read More
Come Back Rested & Refreshed From Spring Break!
TL;DR: It is important to take time away from work over your break. Taking this break can have a lot of benefits for your health. If you have a spring break from school in your part of the world, make sure you take that time for yourself and your family to rest and recharge. For most of us in North … Read More