May 15, 2023
Tipping the Scales in the Teacher Shortage
You’ve no doubt seen the headlines… Teachers are leaving the profession like flocks of birds…
May 1, 2023
Join Me in Supporting PTHV
Ten years ago, the head of our teacher's union came to me with the idea…
April 21, 2023
New and Shiny PD
When it comes to professional development, many schools and school districts like to offer what…
March 23, 2023
ESPs: The Eyes and Ears of Our School Communities
An interesting thing happened to me a few days ago. I was walking my dog,…
March 20, 2023
A Poke on the Shoulder
Do you know how sometimes you get an idea for something and it won’t go…
March 1, 2023
Important Conversations
I had a district family engagement leader in Texas email me last week about providing…
February 6, 2023
5 Reasons why Pre-K Teachers are Communication Superstars
This week, the annual ESEA Conference is underway in my hometown of Indianapolis.As part of…
January 24, 2023
Top Tips for Talking About Data
It’s that time of the year again in education. That time when we are looking…
September 29, 2021
The Power of a Cup of Coffee
I was once waiting in a school lobby for a conversation with a principal. A…
August 19, 2021
8 Ideas to help you build a better back to school night
A Back to School night is like having a fish on the line...you can either…
