Teacher Recruitment: Begin Within
It’s hard to believe, but the time is almost here. Teacher contracts come out next month. Leadership teams across districts…
“When I grow up…”
“When I grow up, I want to be a __________”. This is one of the earliest conversations I have…
Not all teachers want to be an administrator
I’m unsure if it’s because I’ve been in the classroom for 17 years or if I’ve made the choice to…
NBCT, Now What?
I truly did not want to log into my account last month to see my National Board scores; I was…
I Don’t Like My Shadow
I shamed a student once. She was kind, high performing, never got in trouble, participated positively in class activities, and had…
I Learned to Teach from Mr. Rogers
I didn’t love Mister Rogers growing up. I was more of a Sesame Street-loving gal, with the bright, feathery puppets…
Logical Steps Through Darkness: The Path Toward #NBCT
Are you working on National Board Certification or coaching NB candidates? I have this little mantra that’s become a good…
Should I Stay or Should I Go Now?
Should I stay or should I go now?Should I stay or should I go now?If I go, there will be…
Automation Assumptions
Like many, our family received one of those newfangled wifi camera doorbells this holiday season. Now, I can ask my…
Learning Environment (Emphasis on “Learning”)
Today, after a short PD session introducing an upcoming focus for our faculty, I was once again bothered. Rather, I…
