What is this noise?
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What is this noise?

I have been staring at a whiteboard for the past several days with marker  in hand. One of my job responsibilities is to plan our district's professional development for a…
My Relationship with Books
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My Relationship with Books

My relationship with books is complicated. I hate reading except when I love it. I love reading except when I hate it. There are quite a few books in my…
Creativity & Encouragement
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Creativity & Encouragement

In their book, Creative Confidence, Tom and David Kelley recount a story told by Sir Ken Robinson of two students who attended the Liverpool Institute High School in England. The…
Is it meaningful? Is it relevant?
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Is it meaningful? Is it relevant?

A few weeks ago, my children finished their last day of school for the year. They were excited to start their summer vacation. We went to the toy store and…
Six Simple Words.
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Six Simple Words.

Six simple words. Each day I start off with these six simple words. Before my children leave for school every day, I repeat the message to each of them. Be…
Reflections from #EdcampLdr Philadelphia 2015
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Reflections from #EdcampLdr Philadelphia 2015

Reflections from #EdcampLdr Philadelphia 2015. 1. @Voxer is a great resource to continue discussions with colleagues and other connected educators! Some leaders are using the app in innovative ways, like…