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Unique Approach to Teacher Appreciation Day
The Nation’s schools celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Day on May 7. In most every state, we send “thank you” emails, cards, flowers, and other gifts. The usual. I suppose it is a good thing, an… more →
Dr. Joseph Wise--Winning for Kids!
Unique Approach to Teacher Appreciation Day
wrote 2 weeks ago: The Nation’s schools celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Day on May 7. In most every state, we s … more →
TeacherMatch is onto Something
wrote 1 month ago: While we are highlighting improved and expanded uses of technology in schools, I should mention Teac … more →
Leaders-are you a Mentor or Sponsor?
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wrote 1 month ago: Even though this NY Times piece by Sylvia Ann Hewlett was done based on research on women breaking … more →
Ed-Tech. Can we get it right?
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wrote 1 month ago: Great new video on Socratic Labs in NYC. See link below. This “accelerator” for educatio … more →
Common Core in the 21st Century
wrote 1 month ago: Check out this article that speaks to the benefits of media literacy and its relationship common cor … more →
New Special Education Spending Mandates
wrote 1 month ago: As they say, “money talks.” According to a recent Education Week blog, the federal gover … more →
iPads for Middle School Pupils in Maine
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wrote 2 months ago: At Distinctive Schools, we strive to keep our learning as forward moving as possible. (As well as fu … more →
Critical Thinking
wrote 2 months ago: In this article, Ken Kay and Valerie Greenhill co authored a book with a new focus on learning. They … more →
Project to get kids excited about learning!
wrote 2 months ago: I came across this blog with four posts on projects that should peak an interest in students, especi … more →
The "Marshmallow Study" where it stands now
wrote 2 months ago: A study that was once considered a prediction to the success and intelligence of a child is now thou … more →
Readiness for Kids for State Standardized Tests
wrote 2 months ago: No matter what ideology resonates with you regarding standardized testing in schools the reality is … more →
Good Mentors Don't Trample on Big Dreams
wrote 5 months ago: Venture Capitalist Tony Tjan seems to take mentoring seriously, and with serious thought when he pr … more →
Big Change in Michigan Union Laws and Teacher Unions
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wrote 5 months ago: Early in my teaching career, I was a dues paying, active union member. When the union changed its … more →
Girls Loving Science
wrote 5 months ago: SciGirls provides some terrific ideas to help nurture girls’ love for Science in school. Sci … more →
Expressing Thanks to Employees
wrote 6 months ago: Happy Thanksgiving! As you know, this is a great time to remind your staff, your followers, and you … more →
Educational Leadership and COURAGE
wrote 6 months ago: Recently I posted a piece of Educational Leadership and FEAR to highlight impairments I certainly wi … more →
Educational Leadership and FEAR
wrote 6 months ago: Psychologist Susan Jeffers, recently passed away at the too-young age of 74. One of her most profoun … more →
Superintendent's Entry Plan-a best practice example in Santa Fe
wrote 6 months ago: As mentioned in a previous post, I find Santa Fe Superintendent Joel Boyd’s entry plan report … more →
Math Phobia with Children and Families
wrote 6 months ago: I suspect that Math phobia starts at an early age. And the family’s culture either helps devel … more →
