10 More PD Ideas!
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10 More PD Ideas!

  Last week, I shared 10 professional development ideas shared by the participants of the #MSAAChat (Massachusetts Administrators Association) on Twitter. The discussion centered around shifting Professional Development and Professional…
Chasing Liptak
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Chasing Liptak

  Ms. Liptak was one of my favorite teachers. She taught Freshman English, and she was more unique than any other teacher I had met to that point in my…
Take A Number
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Take A Number

The lunch meat counter used to be simple. Step up, take a number, and wait your turn. All you have to do is remember to return to pick it up…
Your Best
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Your Best

  Your best readers read a lot. Your best athletes engage with sports a lot. Your best artists draw a lot. Your best singers sing a lot. Your best dancers…
10 PD Ideas!
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10 PD Ideas!

Last week, I had the chance to moderate the #MSAAChat (Massachusetts Administrators Association) on Twitter. The discussion centered around shifting Professional Development and Professional Learning practices, and the participants certainly…
Permission or Forgiveness?
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Permission or Forgiveness?

  There are times when I feel extremely frustrated with the lack of change in our educational system. Change comes at a snail’s pace. Many drag their feet. Some flat…
Opportunities for Next Year
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Opportunities for Next Year

  As you finish the year, you'll want to ask this one question: Did I help every student to reach his or her potential?   If the answer is NO,…
Unwrite the Pages
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Unwrite the Pages

  This one is for the graduates. For years, you have spent time writing your story, or allowing others to write your story. Those who you have spent time with…
Ending with Choice
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Ending with Choice

  This is the second year that I have run a 100% choice art room. One of the unforeseen benefits has been it’s created a much better end to my…