“I hope you know, you are doing better than you think you are” is a sentiment that landed on my heart as I was scrolling through my social media feed this week. Lately, these small doses of inspiration have gone a long way for me. So much so, that as soon as I read them, …
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Time, a Precious Resource The most precious resource we can have in education is time. If you are in education and reading this, you are likely in agreement with the statement above. Amidst the whirlwind of busy school days, it's a genuine privilege to collaborate with school leaders to carve out moments for teachers to …
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Over the past several months and throughout the course of the year, I'll be diligently preparing for a series of literacy professional learning experiences, eager to facilitate and implement. When I craft these experiences, I reflect on what I would have valued as a teacher. The most valuable moments were those short bursts of learning …
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In the book Leading the Whole Teacher by Allyson Apsey, she emphasizes that “Every teacher brings their whole self to school: their dreams, their personal challenges, their hopes and fears, and their desire to be valued, to be connected, and to learn and grow.” I think we have all faced times when the prospect of …
Over the course of my professional journey, I’ve witnessed great educators doing exceptional things amidst the changes that the educational landscape has brought to them. The finest educators and leaders I have ever known harness the people around them to contribute their expertise to the team. They view every person as a puzzle piece that …
A Moment of Reflection As I returned to the office after a much-needed summer break, ready to embark on my 18th year in education and third year of administration, I felt a mixture of excitement and nostalgia. I parked my car, sorted out my school ID from the depths of my car console, unpacked items …
“The influence of our teachers is indelibly woven into the fabric of our lives.” This is the first sentence in chapter 1 of Julie Schmidt Hasson’s book Safe, Seen, and Stretched in the Classroom. As I was packing up my family’s belongings from a weekend trip, I was listening to Sean Gaillard’s #PrincipalLinerNotes podcast where …
In an educational landscape shaped by the constant ebb and flow of change and technological advancements, it's becoming increasingly clear that it is essential for educators to embrace technology that is not just making a guest appearance; it's a permanent and ever-evolving fixture that demands our ongoing attention and adaptation as it continues to advance. …
6 Ideas to Empower, Inspire, and Guide New Teachers As summer begins to slip away, you find yourself drawn closer to the meaningful work that lies ahead. A new academic year breathes meaning into fresh starts, rekindling connections with students, colleagues, families, and the community in which you serve. For many of you, the summer …
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Collecting Experiences As passionate educators, you live in a treasure trove of memories, collecting experiences, and interactions that have been accumulated over the course of time. Every role you undertake presents opportunities that invite you to think about the educator you once were and the educator you aspire to be. If you have been entrusted …
Empower. Collaborate. Connect. 