“You think you're too small to make a difference?” I keep rereading this line over and over again from a short passage titled, “Advice From a Raindrop'' by Kim Stafford. Dan Reichard shared this brilliance in a Legacy of Learning:Teaching For Lasting Impact by Meghan Lawson Voxer book study group I am facilitating. It reminds …
About four years ago, my educational journey intersected with George Couros through his book, The Innovator’s Mindset, during a mentor program I led in a previous school district. George's words consistently ignited inspiration within me, shaping my thoughts and sparking numerous insightful exchanges. During one virtual mentor meeting, George challenged me in front of our …
If you are in education for the right reasons, you are continuously keeping students at the heart of decision-making and are working tirelessly to bring the mission and vision of your organization to fruition. A few years ago, I embraced a formal leadership role. When stepping into that space, it felt important to be the …
by Elisabeth Bostwick and Lauren M. Kaufman The digital age has revolutionized the way we access and digest information. In a world where knowledge is right at our fingertips, it can feel as if teaching and learning are in a constant state of transformation. Due to the evolution of technological advances, both adults and kids …
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“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 …
