The Good, the Bad, and the Need for Improvement

There are so many shining stars in public education today, and so much more that's being done to unlock learning for all students.  Below are just a few topics to ponder that have a far-reaching impact on the success of students and ultimately our future. I believe that educators are doing their best and are trying...

Connecting with Kids

There are numerous "best-practices" in education that are common in successful schools and classrooms and there are emerging strategies that are exciting and are quickly being adopted and taught to teachers across the country.  These excellent strategies mean virtually nothing unless the teacher has a connection with the students. In our most diverse classrooms where 98%...

Start With Why by Simon Sinek

Start with Why by Simon Sinek http://amzn.com/1591846447 I work with many educators who work exhausting hours day after day.  It is often a thankless job, and many times teachers feel defeated at the end of the day.  Perhaps the students didn't master the learning objective, or the teacher is facing the reality of planning for the individual...

I read this book while working through the superintendent certification program and still continue many of the leadership ideas shared by Captain Abrashoff. http://www.amazon.com/Its-Your-Ship-Management-Techniques/dp/1619692430 Summarization of Reading Captain Abrashoff commanded the USS Benfold and developed a unique management style that catapulted his ship and crew to be one of the top performers in the US Navy....