The Object of the Game Let me begin by saying, I do not base my definition of being academically successful … More
Category: Building Relationships
Brain Breaks: Important Play Builds Bonds
When is the last time you were asked to sit in the same room, in the same seat fully focused … More
Fostering Civil Discourse through the Harkness Method
Whatever happened to discussions that center around deeper understanding? Whatever happened to listening as a valued skill? Whatever happened to … More
The First Three Days of School MATTER
It’s a rush of excitement and anticipation at the beginning of the school year. Parents, teachers, administrators, and students have … More
From Dreams to Details: Invitation to Lead
It’s a wonderfully synergistic day. One where I attempted to escape finding the baby in the King Cake but found … More
Happy National Day on Writing #WriteMyCommunity
I am an author. So are you. Or at the very least, you have it in you. You have it … More
The First Day of School Reviews are in… #hope
The first day of school drop-off went smoothly. Seeing the principal outside to greet eager little minds with smiles and … More
The First Day of School Reviews are in… #hope
The first day of school drop-off went smoothly. Seeing the principal outside to greet eager little minds with smiles and … More
A Gentle Reminder to Educators
As the beginning of a new school year approaches, I am compelled to gently remind fellow educators of the huge … More
Persistent Pondering 