Welcome to Complexity
Teaching fractions invariably involves talking about food. It’s the most relatable way to teach kids about a part of…
Month: September 2021
Managing People
Managing people can be incredibly difficult. People have emotions, strengths, wants, needs, and weaknesses. You have to know those…
5 Takeaways from PRINCIPALed
I’m learning a lot from PRINCIPALed: The Educator’s Survival Guide. Check out several takeaways from this awesome book for…
20 Words. Something Different.
Words matter. A sentence or two can make a difference. 20 words can change your perspective. Words can spark ideas, thoughts, debate,…
Fill in the Blanks
Take a look at what’s missing… from your classroom… from your instruction… from your learning. Figure out what’s missing.…
Spoiled
I was spoiled. The first teaching position I was hired for was in a brand new building. It was…
Collision
It’s usually the collision of two or more ideas that can lead to something brilliant. History + Hip Hop…
Defining Success AND Failure
Inspired by Nobody Knows What They’re Doing. Start the year by thinking about what a successful year looks…
Disguises & Superpowers
One of the best (and worst) features of streaming services is the ability to binge watch old TV series.…