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#BackToSchool2017
Some of you have already been back for a few weeks. Some of you are enjoying the last few days of summer, and preparing for the upcoming year. At…
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It’s Already There
In many cases, it's already there. You may be on to something. You might just need to tweak it a little bit... Or slightly redesign what you already have…
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ICYMI 10 Posts from Summer
Summer is winding down! Many teachers will soon return to their classrooms or already have. Here are some of our most popular posts from the summer in case you…
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5 Ways to Slow Down & Focus This Year
In our daily lives, we often go 60 miles an hour at all points, trying to accomplish as much as possible in as little time as possible. Usually, I’ve…
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Great Listeners
One of the most important skills you can develop is to become a great listener. It’s not easy. We often listen with the intent to respond. But being a…
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Conviction
Con vic tion (Noun) A firmly held belief or opinion (Google) A strong persuasion or belief (Merriam-Webster) What do you believe in? I believe in kids. …
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The Funnel Effect
In my first year as a building Principal, I tried to make few changes. My goal was to get to know staff and students, to get a lay of…
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Thoughts from #NPC17
Several reflections and thoughts from my trip this week to the National Principals Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: When teachers are asking for more devices for students, we should…
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Raise Your Hand
When my son has something important to say, I don’t ask him to raise his hand and wait to be called on before I allow him to say it.…