Word(s) Count

Word(s) Count

  I’m envious of those writers who regularly set a ridiculously high word count and regularly hit their target.  One thousand words. Two thousand words. Five thousand words!  On a…
Device-Free PD

Device-Free PD

  Right now, there are not many professional development opportunities that can happen without a device. Being forced to join a Zoom Call or Google Meet, we are reliant on…
Make Remote Learning Real!

Make Remote Learning Real!

  Connecting and engaging students right now might be a struggle. Try these authentic learning projects for connecting students to the world!   Rich   For more Authentic Learning Strategies,…
Hitting Send

Hitting Send

  Hitting send (or tweet or post or share). It can be nerve wracking. It can be stress inducing. It will certainly give you pause (if not complete shut down).…
Names, Part 2

Names, Part 2

  So we’ve established that calling students by their proper name is a great way to start a strong relationship. What happens when there’s a conflict in what we call…
Names, Part 1

Names, Part 1

  With the need to hire a new Phys Ed teacher, we formed a small interview committee made up of two administrators and two PE teachers who would be involved…
20 Words. Growth.

20 Words. Growth.

  Words matter.  A sentence or two can make a difference.  20 words can change your perspective.  Words can spark ideas, thoughts, debate, questions, and conversations.  Let us know what…
Monday #5

Monday #5

  My running joke with colleagues has been waiting for Friday to roll around, and saying, “well at least today is Monday #5!” I am only half-joking of course because…