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Great Writers Write
Seth Godin was once being interviewed and was asked this question: What is your actual writing process? He challenged the question by explaining that the writing process is irrelevant.…
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Sitting with Silence
When we ask a question of a student and they don’t respond right away, we often struggle to sit with the silence. We may ask somebody else. We…
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I’m Sorry.
Sometimes the simplest answer is I’m Sorry. When we try to avoid saying these two words and instead dance around them, we may negate the authenticity in our apology.…
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2nd Day & Beyond
The first day of school receives all the fanfare and glory but it’s not where the real work is done. The excitement of new clothes and new faces gives…
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(10 Days of) Kindness
If every individual practiced one act of kindness every single day, then our world would be a much better place. So, as we begin our school year, let's begin…
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The Lucky One
This morning, I will take part in my sixteenth opening day. While my role has changed slightly since that first opening day, I am still the lucky one. Getting…
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Meaning & Relevance
Are you planning activities every day for students in order to complete your lesson plans? Or are you creating learning experiences for your students? Ask yourself these two simple…
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Feeling So Uneasy
How is it you're feeling so uneasy? How is it that I feel fine? Layne Staley (Mad Season) For some educators, they will begin the school year with something…
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5 Alternatives to Homework
Homework continues to be a hot topic to debate among educators, parents, and especially students. Try these five alternatives to homework. Let students have the time back to find…
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Barriers
At some point every student faces a barrier. Some barriers are more difficult to climb than others. For many of our students, the barrier may seem impossible to overcome.…