Accomplished teacher leaders tell stories of how policy decisions impact learning and teaching in their classrooms in order to spark constructive dialogue across the education community.
Ughhh, that was tough! That was all I could say as I wrapped up my second week of virtual teaching. The first few weeks have been nonstop: professional development, grade level collaboration, individual Zoom meetings with each student and their
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Fearless. I used to feel fearless. Now my confidence is tested every day. Fearless. That’s how I like to perceive myself as an educator. Don’t get me wrong; I know I’m not 100% fearless. I’m quite certain I’ve exaggerated the
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We are all facing the challenges of COVID-19. Social distancing, face masks, staying at home, and online instruction. So…. is this a good time to pursue or continue with National Board Certification? Honestly, I think yes. It is. When I
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I am writing this blog at the end of what felt like the longest first day of school ever. I will also begrudgingly admit, it was probably my worst first day of school ever. Whatever could go wrong, did go
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We live in unreal times, but at least we haven’t lost our sense of humor. The most recent meme making the rounds on social networks declares, “I’m not buying a 2021 planner until I’ve seen the trailer.” Still, 2020 is
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Since June, here is what I have seen in my dining room: (To the left in this frame, you will notice the sewing machine I took out thinking I would “remember” how to sew and make masks. Since June, I
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Aside from our flawless taste in beauty products, and our affinity for yellow diamonds, famed lyricist Rihanna and I have one more thing in common: “We found love in a hopeless place.” Anyone reading this blog needs no exposition nor
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Throughout my years in education, I’ve created a well-developed teacher toolbox. This toolbox included methods and tricks I’ve learned along the way, as well as some tangible items. When I wanted to wow and engage learners (adults or kids) I
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I have worked harder in the past five months than I thought imaginable. I have asked those around me to do the same. It has been five months since the first time we were told we would need to close
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