Pen Snob
I’ll admit it. I’m a pen snob. It started a few years ago when I discovered Sharpie pens. Any…
Month: April 2021
Someone Else’s Checklist
Take a look at your checklist and decide whether it’s yours or someone else’s. If the checklist is yours,…
26 Short Days
As I write this, there are 40 days left in school. In a few short weeks, we will welcome…
Worry Less Accept More
We could all use a little less worry. When we realize that many of the molehills that we turn…
Just One
Never fall in love with just one way of doing things. Always try to fall in love with two.…
PD with Intention
In education, bold, sharp purpose in PD often takes a back seat to other things – timing, logistics, resources,…
Hello Goodbye
We say hello and welcome students into our classrooms each September. In many cases, within ten months, we’ve established…
Not Understanding Impossible
Kids hold a considerable advantage over their adult counterparts. They are blessed to live life not understanding impossible. It…
Passionate Writers
My son is a passionate writer. He often sits with me as I write and publish. He asks a…
Jam on Some Isley Brothers
Two of my favorite bands growing up were Metallica and Primus. One of my first concerts was seeing Metallica…