Slowing Down: The Soft Skill that Gets Left Behind

We spend our lives planning and hoping for them yet oftentimes the most beautiful moments happen by accident—when we slow down long enough to take in what was right in front of us along. I had to go to another school to pick up work for one of our students. I could have walked. I …

Worried About That Student on Your Class List? (Just remember these 5 things)

You don't like what you are thinking. How you are feeling, They're somebody's kid. Someone's world. But you can't help it. Seeing her name on your class list has you worried. All you can think about are class disruptions, interrupted instruction and stand-offs. Please know that that doesn't mean you're a bad person. We've all …

Why We Shouldn’t Give 100%

Something has to change. Then again, maybe it's just me. I am paid a fair salary and my working conditions are good. And yet, it continues to bother me. So, until I make a change, it will continue to happen. What am I talking about? I am referring to the physical and mental state I …

What Teachers Should Be Thinking About on Wednesday

Hump day! I have never fully understood the hoopla that surrounds Wednesdays. Yes, halfway through the day the work week is halfway over. Yes, you sort of feel like the weekend is within sight. And yes, you begin to feel as if you have finally gained some momentum. Okay, I get it now. Having said …

What Teachers Should Be Thinking About on Tuesday

So, you got one day under your belt. And depending on how it went, you either feel energized or deflated about the rest of the week. That's okay and that's normal. Tuesday is a unique day. You can't quite see the weekend, but you know it's there. Furthermore, you've got four more days to make …