A Positive Starting Note to Last through to June
I began my career in education as a music teacher. Getting the starting note on the right pitch was critical to the performance of the entire song. The same can… Read more »
Curiosity and Expertise: Foster These and You have Learners
A Kindergartener listens intently as an older child chats enthusiastically about the seed-growing project displayed on the table before them. The older child is now asking the Kindergartener questions like… Read more »
Eight Ways to Grab Students by Their Brains (And get great academic results!)
Brains love Novelty Brains love Relevance Brains love Movement Brains love Social Interaction Brains love Visuals Brains love Music Brains love Pattern Brains love Feedback 1. Novelty – This is… Read more »
A Bundle of Sticks
Ten years ago as I prepared for my first year as an elementary principal, I thought about the school culture and envisioned a warm, caring, joyful atmosphere where students supported… Read more »
How & Why I’m Here
I was asked why I have this passion to work instead of “just relaxing” and doing whatever “retired” people do. I blurted out to my friend, in half-jest, “because I wasn’t… Read more »
The Power of Kindness
Power is very magnetic. We are drawn to those who seem to hold the power to make things happen. We are charmed by politicians who exude confidence and the power to make a… Read more »
A Time to Nurture
I believe everyone has an underlying life mission and set of beliefs that when applied to our vocation can lead to our success and happiness. I believe that usually life “unfolds”… Read more »
Welcome to my blog!
Welcome to my blog. I’ve taken the plunge and decided to write about my passions and what drives me as an educator. The only goal I have is to promote… Read more »