Struggle & Persistence
How do we create a culture of trying and doing in our classrooms? We must give students opportunities to…
Tag: 4OCF
Considering Talent in Education
“What do you look for when hiring a new teacher?” I was recently asked this question, and I had…
Fear of the Known
Multiple times during the week, I am confronted by my children when I ask them to take something that…
Expanding Possibility
In my art room this year, for my students, I’m trying to open the door of possibility or…
The Role of Feedback
On a daily basis, I will receive comments on several of my blog posts. Sometimes, it is a legitimate…
Make a Difference
The most important thing we do is serve as role models for our children. Each day they look to…
Moods
The easiest way to begin to access any text, movie, video, song, poem article, design, painting or other artwork…
Supercharge PD
I’ve written before about changing how we implement professional development opportunities within our schools and districts. Teachers are looking…
Expect Practice Not Perfection
It’s easy to picture perfection. In our mind’s eye everything can work without a hitch. Our plans are always…