Hoarders
At the last district where I worked, each year we were given a $50 budget with which to order classroom…
Hoarders
At the last district where I worked, each year we were given a $50 budget with which to order classroom…
Teaching is the Loneliest Profession?
I’m sitting in my empty classroom tonight, well past 9 p.m., and the Jamaican cleaning lady is happily chatting to…
50/50
As a young boy, I would collect returnable soda bottles that were worth three cents each. When I had nine…
Pilot Policy Practice
The state of Arizona has adopted the INTASC Model Core standards that describe what teachers should know and be able…
Language Ghettos
“Mr. Spencer, what is a common assessment?” a student asks. “It’s a test that every student on the grade level…
Audacity of Success
School improvement. School transformation. School reform. Call me old fashioned, but I believe in the antiquated notion that if you…
The First Day
As a new principal, the night before the first day with kids was just like being a new teacher all…
A Whole New Mind
I love the beginning of a new school year. Teachers are excited, kids are taller, and I get that feeling…
What This Mom Does to Stay Informed
With the seven tabs open on my computer, I notice another “1 new Tweet” sign popped up. I switch over…