TL;DR: It might be true that the answer to everything is 42. The answer to a long and healthy career in teaching might come from gathering together with some colleagues, pouring a cup of coffee, and sharing ideas, experiences, and memories. Have you ever searched for the answer to everything? You should try it sometime because there is actually an … Read More
3 Ways to Connect with Educators Online
TL;DR: Connect with other educators online by going to the profile of those you admire, reviewing who interacted with particular posts in your feed, and using hashtags. Becoming a connected educator by choosing to interact with others online can broaden your perspective on all things education. If you’re anything like me, you appreciate finding a like-minded educator who has similar … Read More
It All Matters
TL;DR: Everyone is facing something, and it matters to each one of them. Think about how you think, act, and treat others because it matters. Focus on what’s most important today because it matters. It All Matters The signs are all around us. A neighbor one street over was in a car crash. A friend of a friend was diagnosed … Read More
The Role of the Perpetrator, Victim, Bystander, and Upstander
TL;DR: Teachers and administrators make multiple decisions each day. These decisions can have a long-lasting impact on a student. When making decisions as an administrator or school team, they should ask three questions about access, inclusion, and equity. There needs to be a sense of urgency to ensure we prepare each learner for the next level. We need to be … Read More
The Road to the Principalship
TL;DR: The road to the principalship involves the following five behaviors and demonstrated leadership skills developed over time with evidence of action: good leaders ask great questions, build relationships, stand out in the crowd, and are risk-takers and collaborative leaders. The words on the resume should match the leader’s actual work in schools. Each spring, assistant principals begin applying for … Read More