A Broken Clock

A Broken Clock

  Sometimes, we stumble into success.  We discover something by accident.  We find something that works even though we never anticipated it.  Take advantage of these moments.  Welcome them when…
5 Better Ways to Start Your Day

5 Better Ways to Start Your Day

  Looking for a new routine that will really get your day started on a bright note? Try these 5 ways to better start your day. Rich (@RACzyz)
5 Ways to Recharge during Spring Break

5 Ways to Recharge during Spring Break

  Many educators find themselves on spring break during this time of year. They may use the time to go on vacation, find time to complete household projects during their…
Compliments & Complaints

Compliments & Complaints

  We should always be prepared to receive compliments AND complaints.  When we receive either, we should be prepared to move forward with the critical feedback.  If it's a compliment,…
6 Ways to Build a Culture of Empathy

6 Ways to Build a Culture of Empathy

  We often wish that those we interact with would be more empathetic. Creating a culture of empathy does require some work. Try incorporating these methods to build a culture…
Clean Slate

Clean Slate

  Initial impressions can cloud our minds.  They can impact our decision making and how we think about certain topics or individuals.   Don't let previous impressions impact your present…
Make Your Day Meaningful

Make Your Day Meaningful

  What will you do today to make your day meaningful? What will you achieve? What will you accomplish? What will you change? Who will you help?   How will…
5 Terms or Phrases to Introduce to Students

5 Terms or Phrases to Introduce to Students

  Introduce these terms and phrases to students to help improve the culture and learning environment in your classroom.   Res Non Verba This latin phrase literally means “deeds, not…
Excuses

Excuses

  We, as educators, often make a lot of excuses.  We are creative and inventive in discovering reasons why we can't do something.  We waste a great deal of time…
To Be Great

To Be Great

  The reason that we admire the greats so much is that we have a hard time quantifying greatness.  We try to emulate the greats in order to be great…