School Administrators Mastermind community In this engaging School Administrator recap, Joshua Stamper and Katie Miglin share valuable insights and thoughtful responses from the School Administrators Mastermind community. They address pivotal questions, such as: 🔹 How do you differentiate between student misbehavior resulting from boredom or disinterest in a lesson and behavior issues with deeper underlying causes? 🔹 For those who … Read More
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches and Getting In a Rut
TL;DR: Routine and order don’t mean doing the same things the same way every day. We can provide voice, choice, and possibility within established structures. Going back to basics is just as important as pushing the envelope. I love peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Nearly every day of elementary school, my lunch consisted of the same basic elements: a peanut … Read More
Proactive Strategies for Building Strong Student Relationships – School Administrators Mastermind Recap
Welcome to the School Administrators Mastermind Recap! Join us for an enriching episode featuring Joshua Stamper and Katie Miglin as they explore the dynamic theme of “Proactive Strategies for Building Strong Student-Teacher Relationships.” In this insightful recap, Joshua and Katie share a wealth of practical strategies, real-world experiences, and actionable insights aimed at empowering administrators and educators to create thriving … Read More
Audience Awareness: Shaping Student Writing Beyond the Classroom
TL;DR: Students primarily write for teachers in academic settings, but they also engage in real-world writing. Teaching audience awareness helps students understand their readers and write more effectively. Using a reader profile fosters a shift from self-centered writing to audience-oriented writing in various genres. Audience Awareness: Teaching your students to think about the reader behind their writing. When it comes … Read More
The Power of Home Visits
TL;DR: Home visits benefit students by improving behavior, academic performance, and test scores while fostering trust and respect. Parents benefit from home visits through reassurance, trust-building, and consistent communication about their child’s progress. Teachers experience positive changes in student attitudes, increased confidence, and personal fulfillment, leading to stronger relationships with both students and parents. At LISA Academy, we believe that … Read More