TL;DR: Everyone likes to feel appreciated for the work they do. Surprise gratitude can brighten up someone’s day. Find ways to show specific gratitude towards coworkers and students. Everyone working in schools right now is working as hard as they possibly can. Our transportation staff is up bright and early to get our students safely to and from school. The … Read More
Engage and Elevate Better this Testing Season!
TL;DR: Testing season is real! Be transparent with all stakeholders regarding what testing means for your school. Build relationships with your school team and families to get through this season united. Educators are not like everyone else. While the rest of the world acknowledges four seasons, we educators add at least one more—testing season. State testing is upon us, ahead … Read More
Luck & Happiness
TL;DR: Think of a time when you felt lucky. If this is difficult, it may be because of the way you perceive the world. Try to find luck in your week. When I facilitate workshops, I sprinkle in “positivity pauses” throughout the sessions. We take time to stop and reflect on something good to prime our brains for positivity. One … Read More
Come Back Rested & Refreshed From Spring Break!
TL;DR: It is important to take time away from work over your break. Taking this break can have a lot of benefits for your health. If you have a spring break from school in your part of the world, make sure you take that time for yourself and your family to rest and recharge. For most of us in North … Read More
Do We Have A System Of Schools Or A School System?
TL;DR: School systems should all have the same end goal for students. In order to achieve this goal, schools need to be aligned on what they are teaching and how they are preparing their students. School systems are designed for multiple purposes, including but not limited to a) Opportunity to Learn, b) Student Growth, c) Develop Lifelong Learners, d) Teach … Read More