This is Why We Write

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 …

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Enhancing Student Learning with Podcasts: From Consumption to Creation

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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Maximizing Time with AI: Crafting Real-Time Resources for Learner Success

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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Leading Together

Leading and learning together is a privilege. New opportunities to grow ideas and collaborate with others within an educational organization are all around you. The energy you exude as a leader can have a significant impact on the people you lead. If you acknowledge what you can’t accomplish given the vast scope of your work, …

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Leaders Can Live in the Mess of Learning

The heartbeat of education lives inside the walls of schools. Within those walls you can find stories of kids and teachers in the mess of learning. You will watch students, teachers, and staff buzzing about the halls and classrooms igniting discussion, cultivating curiosity, instilling joy, leading with empathetic hearts and smiling through it all. The …

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Moving with Time

My Perpetual Internal Clock 5:30 am… this is the time my morning routine begins. This is the time, my mind begins to race as I instantly start to think about all of the things I want to accomplish in my day. This is the time my internal clock is set to, even when I don’t …

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