Give Generously & Equitably to Be Inclusive!

Nilmini Ratwatte-HenstridgeBlog, Connect Better, Lead Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Consider the importance of giving to make a difference. Reflect on where you would like to help out to make the greatest impact by giving. Some individuals do not make New Year’s Resolutions. I’m one of those people who LOVE them! I look forward to timelines and smart goals and making those resolutions matter! I say make your resolutions … Read More

The Power of Quiet Thanks

Suzanne DaileyBlog, Connect Better, Engage Better, Lead Better, Self Care Better

TL;DR: Show thanks in a quiet and more personal way. Consistently sharing genuine thanks with those around us can help us feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships. Expressing gratitude helps people feel more connected. Make a plan to share. Season of Giving Thanks November is a time when we take a careful … Read More

Engage and Elevate Better as We Begin 2022!

Martin SilvermanBlog, Connect Better, Engage Better, Innovate Better, Lead Better

TL;DR: The holidays are over, and we head back to school to finish the year despite it being a “New Year.” Find ways to liven up your classroom with new methods and lessons. Keep staff motivated by continuing to have fun events and surprises even though the holidays are over. Stay connected with families by hosting community events to foster … Read More

EP81: How are we Bringing Reciprocity to our Classrooms?

The Staff Room PodcastStaff Room Podcast

In Episode 81 of The Staffroom Podcast, Chey and Pav talk about Reciprocity. With all the learning they have done with the podcast, reciprocity has been an area of real growth. Chey and Pav talk about their own understandings of Reciprocity, the learning they have done with respect to the Anti-Racist framework, and how it applies to their classroom and … Read More

The Value of Giving

Kelly PascarellaBlog, Connect Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Giving and sharing resources with other educators will inspire joy and success in the classroom. Educators are facing many challenges, but finding educational resources shouldn’t be one of them. Education Blueprint is a platform that allows all teachers the ability to upload and download content, connect to fellow educators, and identify and share supporting classroom resources in all K-12 … Read More