1995 Mode
One of the struggles that I’ve heard repeatedly from colleagues this year relates to the ability of students to…
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New Ideas & Expected Outcomes
It can be tough being an “idea guy” in education. We often settle for the way we’ve always done…
Two Birds, One Stone
My daughter had her spring concert at school last Monday. It was an evening concert beginning at 7pm that…
Expecting Different Results
“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” As I write this,…
Thank You?
Thank you doesn’t quite cut it. Especially this year. As I search for the right words. The words…
5 Things We Need to Focus On Less
Much of our time in schools is spent focusing on the wrong things. Are you focusing on these areas…
King Size Tasks & Patience
My daughter ordered a king size shake last week when we visited Hershey Park. Not only was there chocolate…
Discover Your SECRET SAUCE
The path ahead was clear. I was a brand new teacher hired in late August, and having a few…
Blanket Forts & Engaged Readers
It’s a simple but effective idea. Each student brings in a blanket (or towel) and uses it in conjunction…
A PD Museum
It seems like a museum. Honoring everything that we used to do with professional development. Except it’s not what…