It has been six years now since my life was turned upside down. In January 2018 a concerning lump was found coming out of my sternum. While I was assured that it was probably nothing, an x-ray led to a biopsy, and a biopsy led to a diagnosis of non-Hodkins …
If you were only given six months to live, how would you react? What would you do? Where would you go? Who would you see? These are questions that I personally find myself reflecting on quite often. As many of you know, in 2018 I was unexpectedly diagnosed with cancer. …
In honor of teacher appreciation week, may every educator feel celebrated for their great work!
We in education are not in the business of changing the world, we are in the business of changing worlds. If we want to bring our absolute best for kids every single day this is a vision we cannot loose sight of. I was personally reminded of this a …
During my sophomore year in college I made what many considered to be an odd move in my life. Despite having no previous history or interest, I decided to try out for the cheerleading team. My motives were simple and goal oriented: I wanted to be able to do that. “That” which drove …
The numbers are alarming. In 1975 one in 5,000 were being diagnosed with autism. Today, one in 68. For boys, it’s one in 42. Over the …
Mawwiage. Mawwiage is what brings us together today. Today and everyday! It is the coming together of learners who need great educators and educators who …
In light of this movie celebrating its 25th anniversary, I present to you 10 excellent lessons for educators from the greatest adventure in learning ever told!
1. Band together. Alone both …
