Tech and Transformation

Brad HughesBlog, Differentiation, Innovation, Lesson Planning, Reflect Better, Student Engagement

TL;DR: Debbie Tannenbaum is the featured guest on The Good News, Brad News Podcast. Debbie’s transformation through technology has been both professional and personal. A growth mindset and willingness to be vulnerable can yield surprising results. There is power in taking small steps towards big accomplishments. Connecting with others is essential to growth and transformation. Hello again, reader! This is … Read More

Whoa-vember: A Month to Celebrate Blog Series Overview

Kari PitstickBlog, Lesson Planning, Reflect Better, Student Engagement, Teach Happier

Whoa-vember: A Month to Celebrate Blog Series Overview Whoa, it’s November! Despite another uniquely hectic year, it’s a month to celebrate. It’s that time of year where we often pause to reflect on what we are grateful for. This blog series shares all about gratitude from a number of different perspectives. Learn strategies to incorporate gratitude into your classroom. Recognize … Read More

Demystify the Game of School for Students and Families

Steven WeberBlog, Leadership, Student Engagement

TL;DR: At every level from K-12,  be clear on what readiness means for the next level. Demystify the game of school for students and families by using family-friendly language to explain what a student needs to do to prepare for the next grade level. If your school district has defined readiness for each grade level, then communicate the goal with … Read More

The Role of the Perpetrator, Victim, Bystander, and Upstander

Steven WeberBlog, Leadership, Reflect Better, Student Engagement

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

Finding Rest During These Times

Susan JachymiakBlog, Classroom Management, Self-Care

TL;DR: You are making a difference by simply showing up and doing your best each day. It is okay to take a break. We need to take care of ourselves before we take care of others. When your mind takes a break to decompress, creativity flows better. Prior to the pandemic, I was a person who was always on the … Read More