• In my 13 years in education, I have yet to hear an educator say anything different: I am all about kids. Kids are my number one priority. I will [...]

  Whatever It Takes for Kids…Except THAT!

  September 3, 2015
• It takes a lot from us educators to provide our kids, communities, and each other with the learning experiences we deserve. Two qualities that [...]

  Reflect with Humility

  January 6, 2014
• I had an invigorating conversation with a colleague yesterday.  Upon reflection, I realized it was because the tone, words, and content of the [...]

  Limits for Kids: Do we define them or inspire beyond them?

  December 3, 2013
• Embarrassing but true, the above cartoon is not far off from many evaluation experiences.  That is one way it can be done; I propose another, [...]

  Evaluation in 2 Simple Steps

  November 29, 2013

• On this Thanksgiving Day I am thankful for many things.  One of those is that I get paid to do what I love: teach kids.  Some people choose a [...]

  What if I could do THAT??

  November 28, 2013