Clearing the Path

Thoughts of an Instructional Leader

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Where Does the Time Go?

It’s hard to believe we just started the final quarter of the year.  Thoughts are turning to end of the year checklists, summer school, and teacher placements for next year. I am really proud of the staff we have here… Continue Reading →

Buffalo Chips

Today’s moment happened during a 5th grade language arts lesson. I’m trying to spend more time in this particular class because their teacher decided not to return after the winter break. A sub is covering the class and content is… Continue Reading →

Shaw Showcase

I was inspired by a recent post by @jonharper70bd titled “Ten Lovely Minutes.” http://www.bamradionetwork.com/edwords-blog/ten-lovely-minutes The post reminded me how important it is to really focus on the small, positive moments we have every day.  Too often it is easy to… Continue Reading →

Facing Challenges

The year of rebuilding has been challenging. I have faced many circumstances which have strengthened me as a leader. Today was a great day back after a much needed break. Stress was beginning to take its toll, and my body… Continue Reading →

What Keeps Me Up at Night

I am usually very good at keeping work at school and simply focusing on my family once I’m home. Today, however, is different. It’s 2:00AM, and I can’t sleep because I still have two classes without a permanent teacher. The… Continue Reading →

New Beginnings

I love working in a school because we get a fresh start every year. There’s a beginning and an end with what seem to be perfectly timed breaks. This year’s start has been the best yet, and it’s because we… Continue Reading →

The Trap of Lowered Expectations

As an educational leader, I feel I do a pretty good job of holding people to high expectations.  I even have survey data which shows 98% of my instructional staff would agree.  Sunday, however, I did what many people do… Continue Reading →

Still Here

I’m posting just to let you know I am still around.  This is the busiest time of year, and I really feel for my family because they don’t get to see me as often, and when I am home I… Continue Reading →

True Success

I always let the people I work with know my true success comes when those around me are successful. I am so excited to say this truly happened for me today. Today our school was chosen to be one of… Continue Reading →

Daily Successes

This past December our family started a new tradition around the nightly dinner table.  We spend the usual time discussing our days, but we center the talk around our personal successes.  Each member of the family takes a moment to… Continue Reading →

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