TL;DR: Everyone is full of ideas and experiences to share. Writing a book is a way to share your ideas with other educators. You never know the impact your voice could have on others. Ever think about writing a book? Maybe you’ve seen a colleague publish a book, or you recently read a book that just spoke to you in … Read More
‘Twas the Night Before Teaching
TL;DR: This post shares a poem that encompasses what goes through a teacher’s mind on a daily basis. ‘Twas the Night Before Teaching ‘Twas the night before teaching when all through my mind, No positive utterance of self-talk could I find. My briefcase was slung by the front door downstairs; Inside—tomorrow’s lesson—planned with great care. I was s’posed to … Read More
Writing Tips & Tricks Blog Series Overview
Writing Tips & Tricks Blog Series Overview Writing is a process! Whether you record your thoughts and feelings in a private journal or whether you blog to share publicly, writing serves a purpose. Writing is personal. Your approach, your journey, and your why may be very different from others. Regardless, how do you make it just right for you? Who … Read More
My Journey Through the 3 Phases of Writing
TL;DR: Become a connected educator by writing and sharing your voice with others. When you are writing for an audience, first decide on the focus of your piece. Be as authentic as possible as you share your experiences. Don’t forget to share your published work on social media to continue connecting with other educators from around the world! As of … Read More
Student Empowered Conferences
TL;DR: Students feel empowered as they share their goals, learning, and growth in all different areas of the curriculum. You can include voice and choice in student-led conferences. Being intentional about what you do before, during, and after conferences leads to finding success in the goals for the conferences. A link to resources can be found below for a notice … Read More