I’ve been doing this entrepreneurial thing for more than 20 years now. I’ve had a bunch of wins, and a WHOLE LOT of losses. I say “losses” but I’m one of those people who doesn’t really like that word. I’m with the people that say “lessons” instead. As cliche as that might be, it’s true. Every loss has been a … Read More
3 Things School Leaders Need to STOP Doing.
I’m going to be honest here, because leaders deserve honesty, too. Being a school leader today is no joke. You’re juggling expectations from the district, the community, your staff, and your own desire to make a difference. It’s a high-stakes balancing act, and the pressure is real. But in the pursuit of doing more and being everything to everyone, many … Read More
Supporting Balance For Teachers Through Effective Professional Development
Managing time effectively is one of the biggest challenges educators face. From lesson planning and grading to meetings and extracurricular duties, it’s easy to feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. Over the last 5+ years, that has just gotten worse, as it seems like we’re continually coming up with more things to throw on their plates. But … Read More
3 Ways to Know if Your PD is Working
Professional Development (PD) is everywhere. Workshops. Webinars. Book studies. PLCs. You’ve probably been through it all. But here’s the question that nobody seems to ask out loud: “Is any of this actually working?” Schools spend hours (and let’s be honest, a lot of money) on PD every year. But if it’s not leading to better outcomes for teachers or students…what’s … Read More
The Educator’s Guide to Global Travel
Passport in One Hand, Lesson Plan in the Other: The Educator’s Guide to Global Travel From Diplomatic Dreams to Global Classrooms I still remember the thrill of holding my first State Department briefing memo – pages of insight crafted for a new ambassador. I wasn’t a diplomat, but for a moment, I felt like one. My dream had always been … Read More