#BackToSchool 2016

#BackToSchool 2016

  Many of you will start school soon, and some of you have already started back. At Four O'Clock Faculty, we think the beginning of the new school year is…
6 Ideas for Classroom Design

6 Ideas for Classroom Design

  As the new school year nears or begins for you, consider how the design of your classroom can have a huge impact on you and your students. Try these…
Hi-Hat on the Left

Hi-Hat on the Left

  During my daily drive, I enjoy listening to podcasts. Most would fall outside of the educational realm, but I can usually find something within the podcasts that can be…
Thank You Pixar

Thank You Pixar

My family loves Pixar movies. Ever since seeing the original Toy Story, and reading Ed Catmull's book Creativity Inc., I have tried to learn about Pixar's process and apply the…
Educator Still

Educator Still

  Today, I begin a new journey. Educator still, but a new role as Principal. I know that my past experiences will serve me well.   In just a few…
7 Ideas for Student Reflection

7 Ideas for Student Reflection

  Student reflection should be a key component of any lesson. Try these ideas for student reflection during any lesson. Do you have other creative reflection ideas for students? Share…
I Will Still Be Here

I Will Still Be Here

  Last year, my children were obsessed with the song Indiana Jones by X Ambassadors. More recently the most popular request every time we get in our car is the…
Expectations for Each Other

Expectations for Each Other

  Yesterday, I attended EdcampExit8A in New Jersey and had the opportunity to participate in a very important discussion on school climate. The conversation focused on the importance of establishing…