I have been reading The Unstoppable Writing Teacher by Colleen Cruz. In the first chapter she writes about anticipating and solving problems in the classroom. She suggests "that you celebrate once you find the problem you will attack first." Yes, it's true, problems are opportunities. Wallowing in them doesn't help us. Attacking them, studying them, … Continue reading A Problem Party – #BLOG365 Day 120
Educational Leadership
Teacher as Pivot Point-#BLOG365 Day 118 #edchat #IMMOOC
One of my son's favorite words is pivot. He heard it a lot during the election cycle and now uses it anytime he notices someone divert or spins from one topic of conversation to another. He is quick to point out the pivots of our family and friends and there were plenty to hear … Continue reading Teacher as Pivot Point-#BLOG365 Day 118 #edchat #IMMOOC
Beginnings- #BLOG365 Day 116
I thought about doing a Year in Review blog post (it's actually sitting in my drafts section). But, decided against it. For me the new year is an opportunity to take note of beginnings, beginnings that have been a part of the last year, the ones that will continue on in 2017, and the beginnings … Continue reading Beginnings- #BLOG365 Day 116
In the Long Run…-#BLOG365 Day 115
At dinner last night I had a conversation about gentle pushes, the kind of positive pushes we get from friends and family. I know there are some individuals who don't always need a push, people who trend towards movement, growth, and refinement. In most instances though, many of us sometimes need a push. Sometimes we … Continue reading In the Long Run…-#BLOG365 Day 115
Learning to Say No-#BLOG365 Day 87
This week I was battling a bum knee and a pile of deadlines and events. I took a step back and made a list of everything on my plate and every upcoming meeting and dinner and did a double take. I had seriously over scheduled myself and hobbling around on my puny knee didn't … Continue reading Learning to Say No-#BLOG365 Day 87
I Give Up – #BLOG365 Day 77
Ever had one of THOSE days. The kind where nothing seems to go right. That's my today. Hump day of the week before Thanksgiving break. On my 77th day of blogging... My kitten knocked over water laced with red Mio this morning (before 7am). That same kitten decided to crawl into the box of litter … Continue reading I Give Up – #BLOG365 Day 77
If You Only Ask – #BLOG365 Day 67
Yesterday I was working on a project at work and was looking for some artifacts to share with our teachers. Fortunately, or unfortunately, I am one of those people that purge pretty frequently. I know it is shocking given my obsession with antiquing and ephemera. But, when it comes to every day stuff I clean … Continue reading If You Only Ask – #BLOG365 Day 67
Power of Connections – #BLOG365 Day 57
I just finished a virtual meetup with one of my professional learning networks and I'm reflecting on the power of connections and the impact they have had on my practice. Through these connections I am spurned to action. I am positively accountable. Our collective knowledge and experiences make us better educators and better people. And, … Continue reading Power of Connections – #BLOG365 Day 57
Jill Cross 