TL;DR: Embrace changes even when they are not something you initiate. The unknown can be scary, but one can find growth and excitement when adapting to new technology. Change is inevitable and has the potential for positive transformation in professional and personal realms. Time for an Upgrade There’s a line from the song Time Brings Change by MxPx that has … Read More
Show 127, Summer PD Series 2: Adjusting to Change
Teachers are potentially going through small or big changes to prepare for the new curriculum, classrooms, courses, grade levels, or maybe even a new school. The summer is a great time to reflect, goal setting, and mentally prepare. Reflect on your core teaching values that are non-negotiable aspects of your classroom. Think about how to protect these core values in … Read More
Under the Leaves
TL;DR: Running and physical movement can be an escape to do a lot of reflective thinking. Epiphany: A once clear sidewalk was now covered with leaves. Tread carefully just like with students. The path may look different but the foundation of your relationship is still there. Love our students and connect with them daily. A Thinking Runner I am a … Read More
3 Reasons to Start a Nonprofit Organization in 2022
TL;DR: Our communities need people to stand up and give back. Grow a group of those who want to help. Become a 501c3 to maximize funding opportunities. Start a Nonprofit Organization in 2022: Giving Back Have you ever thought about how our communities would function if there wasn’t any support? Think about the YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs, and local … Read More
Realigning During Moments of Change
TL;DR: Don’t let limiting beliefs take over. Realign yourself in times of change by creating an anchor affirmation, scheduling energy check-ins, increasing times of stillness and silence, enjoying nature, and remembering that change is part of the journey. A few months ago I embarked on a journey that truly tested my ability to think better during moments of change. On … Read More