And I’m passionate about supporting them to get the job done Last week I had the pleasure of teaching seventh graders for three days in a...

This strand helps teachers determine how students should be responding to material they read, listen to, and watch. Strand 3 is all about...

Strand 2 may look a little familiar – just a little name change, same ol’ comprehension skills you found in Figure 19. But don’t forget...

Each week, I’ll focus on a different strand, helping us all get to know our new standards just a little bit better. We’ll start with...

You’re relaxed and revitalized – keep that going into the spring by being intentional with your habits Spring Break is coming to an end,...

In what seems like the busiest time of the year, it can be hard to unplug. Just do it! Spring break is here, and we all need the break....

With new standards and materials on the horizon, it can be easy to be stressed out, but it’s really an incredible opportunity. It’s a...

With thoughts of discovery or even inspiration, we still look skyward with awe. Clearly, there is still room for wonder and inquiry. It...

It isn’t really my New Year’s resolution, but it is something that is strengthening into the New Year… and as I get older. Maybe it’s...

Educators can find support and hope in community with their fellow educators I love the lights, and the music, the holiday parties....

The advice is all about making your life in the classroom better, and most likely easier. Trust us, we know a few things. At the...

Sometimes the big stuff gets lost in the details of the everyday hustle I recently had the privilege to attend a day of thinking all...

I’m starting this series to reach out to new educators and the coaches that help them. And experienced teachers, you’ll probably find...

Sometimes learning to take a step back is the most important lesson and your priority goal It wasn’t long after I started working with...

In the world of education, it's all about finding balance Being an educator is really all about finding a balance between so many things....

You're a devoted professional, but those long hours and extra time, can lead even the best to a bout of burn out. You’re tired. You’re...

In a profession that’s not highly paid, investing even more money and time into education can be a hard decision. It was the best...

Professional learning communities are all the rage and they can do a tremendous amount of good to help spread best practices. But what...