TL;DR: Learning and growth happen when you get out of your comfort zone. Scientists and engineers have to accept the possibility of failure. Teachers and students should be encouraged to Dare Mighty Things. Do you Dare Mighty Things? Take a moment and reflect: Are you playing it safe, staying in your comfort zone, and surrounded by the familiar? Or are … Read More
Reaching the True Purpose of Education
TL;DR: It’s time to reach the true purpose of education. There are many challenges our society is currently facing, and COVID is an added complication. The solution starts with kindness, empathy, and collaboration. Moving towards a more collaborative world can help us reach our highest achievement as humans. Reaching the True Purpose of Education: The Problem Let’s face it. The … Read More
Connecting Our EL Students Across the Community
TL;DR: EL students can feel very isolated and overwhelmed in school. Bringing EL students together can help them feel less alone. As educators, we need to find ways to give them a sense of community. Connect the dots to see the bigger picture when connecting our EL students across the country. Connecting Our EL Students Across the Community: Flying Solo … Read More
Invisible Superheroes: My Students
TL;DR: I am grateful for all of the lessons I have learned during remote learning. Some of these lessons are flexibility, student choice, and student voice. Looking out the window this winter, I think about the planters I love decorating that I post on my IG account that need new decorations for the New Year. This year had many learning … Read More
Fixing the Substitute and Teacher Shortages
TL;DR: Schools all over the world have staffing shortages. Think creatively about where to recruit substitute teachers. What incentives can you offer potential employees such as sign-on bonuses or other perks? Treat your staff well and they will want to stick around. As I write this blog post, the United States is dealing with an unprecedented teacher and substitute shortage. … Read More