Data Driven versus Data Informed
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Data Driven versus Data Informed

  Buzzwords in education come and go. One of the more popular buzzwords over the last dozen years that continues to be used is “data driven.” While participating in interviews…
Survive and Advance
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Survive and Advance

  As I was watching couple of game 7’s in the NBA playoffs last week, I was reminded of the phrase survive and advance. Lose in a game seven and…
Two birds. One stone.
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Two birds. One stone.

  My daughter had her spring concert at school last Monday. It was an evening concert beginning at 7pm that lasted nearly an hour. After the concert in the auditorium,…
What We Knew Then
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What We Knew Then

  Usually, we lament about knowing then what we know now. But I think we need to flip this idea.  As educators, I think it’s important to go back to…
Stop Yelling at Me
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Stop Yelling at Me

  Stop Yelling at Me. Please. I’m a human being.   I’m doing the best that I can in this particular situation. I’m trying to help in the best way…
The Respect Championship
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The Respect Championship

  We recently introduced a Respect Championship to our students.  The idea was to encourage respectful and kind behavior amongst students as we approached spring break. While students were raring…
Math Conversations
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Math Conversations

  In a kindergarten classroom recently, I watched as the teacher shared a picture with students. She then asked students what math questions they had about the picture.  Students paired…
This Too Shall Pass
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This Too Shall Pass

  I’ve always been a firm believer in this too shall pass. Whatever it is that you face, you will overcome. It helps me remember to never get too excited…
5 Reflection Questions
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5 Reflection Questions

  Reflect upon your work today. Ask yourself these questions or ask your students these questions. Move forward with the important work that you are meant to do.   Rich…