WWYSIIYDH?
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WWYSIIYDH?

  Several years ago, I remember hearing a lot of discussion about school principals in the role of “instructional leaders.” The discussion centered around the fact that the role had…
Let the Kids Manage
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Let the Kids Manage

  I visited a class last week that because of quarantine protocols had a combination of students working in person in the classroom and several working virtually at home. As…
Welcome to Complexity
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Welcome to Complexity

  Teaching fractions invariably involves talking about food. It’s the most relatable way to teach kids about a part of a whole. Three-fourths is a baseline fraction and a pretty…
Managing People
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Managing People

  Managing people can be incredibly difficult. People have emotions, strengths, wants, needs, and weaknesses. You have to know those you are managing and understand what it is that makes…
WHWTSHTF?
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WHWTSHTF?

  It’s going to happen. You know it will. And there’s only one question you need to ask of yourself when it does happen. WHWTSHTF? Seriously. What happens? How will…
Wrestling an Octopus
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Wrestling an Octopus

  Why does every day feel like I’m wrestling an octopus? At some point, I feel like I’ve gotten a grip on an arm and prepare to defeat the monster.…