Commit

Commit

  The time you spend fretting about the work is way more valuable than the time in which you actually do the work. Don’t lose that time. Commit. Sit, start,…
Student Wellness Day

Student Wellness Day

  Last month, our teachers were given time to collaborate and plan during a building based PD day. Several teachers worked to come up with plans for a Student Wellness…
What Would You Do?

What Would You Do?

  To inspire creativity, I’ve often heard people ask: What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail? After all if you couldn’t fail, you’d be willing to try…
Preparedness

Preparedness

  There is a fine line between preparedness and anxiety. Be prepared. Yes. But don’t overthink it.   Rich  
Boredom

Boredom

  I’ll keep this one simple today. Boredom is greater than your phone.  What can you possibly do without your phone? Turn it off and find out.   Rich  
Collaborate, Plan, and Create

Collaborate, Plan, and Create

  This past week our district had two professional development days. No students, only staff. The first day featured several programs and offerings hosted by our district. The second day…
Modeling Technology Usage

Modeling Technology Usage

  During district PD this week, I was attending a session on digital citizenship. Several resources were shared from Common Sense Media, including a Family Engagement Toolkit. I wanted to…
Thanks Dan

Thanks Dan

  I. am. a. writer. Sometimes it's hard to admit it, but I am a writer. I was having a difficult time thinking this way lately, but when I struggle…
Talking in Math

Talking in Math

  Last week, I observed a small group math lesson. The teacher was leading fourth grade students through a math mystery in which they were given clues and had to…