TL;DR: Baking cookies is a metaphor for the diverse ways educators prepare for a new school year. Some teachers meticulously plan every detail, while others adapt based on their time and resources. The key is to keep showing up and bringing your best to the classroom, just as bakers continue to bring their cookies to the table. How Baking Cookies … Read More
Building Bridges to Success with Professional Development
TL;DR: Attending conferences promotes continuous learning, empowering educators to bring fresh insights and skills back to their classrooms. Conferences provide a platform to connect with like-minded educators, fostering collaborations and creating a supportive professional community. Investing time in professional development rejuvenates teachers, offering self-care and reigniting their enthusiasm for education, ultimately benefiting both educators and students. Building Bridges to Success … Read More
Overcoming Setbacks
TL;DR: Clear Vision: A strategic plan acts as a roadmap to success, providing clarity on goals and purpose. It helps maintain focus during setbacks, ensuring you don’t lose sight of your ultimate destination. Learning from Setbacks: Setbacks are valuable learning opportunities. Embrace them, reflect on what went wrong, and use these experiences to improve your strategies for continuous growth. Building … Read More
Episode 51: Goals, Transparency, and #OneWord for 2023 with Darrin Peppard
I’m flying solo for Episode 51. Join me this week for a time to reflect and to look forward into the new year. I’ll share my goals, successes, shortcomings, and what I’m looking forward to as we turn the page on the calendar. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
Discover Your Potential: An Educators Guide to 90 Day Goals
TL;DR: Setting goals and using journals may seem daunting at first. By establishing this routine with your goals, you can make adjustments and celebrate your successes along the way. The saying goes knowledge is power, but it’s really only potential until it’s applied. To discover your potential, you’ll have to change how you think about and set your goals. New … Read More