Mike Culliver, At-Risk Coordinator, Albion Public Schools, Albion, Michigan IEE coach Jennie Kay has this to say about Mike Culliver: He is…
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Communicate — Or Risk the Worst
Question: What are eight of the worst words a parent will ever hear? Answer: “I am sorry; your child will…
Remember the ‘Special Sauce’ of Good Teaching
It is one thing to learn a concept, but it is another thing to remember it. A couple things can…
Resilience, Basketball, and Leadership
It was January 1982 when I hit the lowest of low points as our school’s head basketball coach. My third…
Teacher Topic: “10/2,” or “Chunk and Chew”
“10/2,” or “Chunk and Chew” The 10/2 or “Chunk and Chew” strategy is highly effective in supporting students’ understanding of…
Welcome Back, Champion Educators!
This really is one of the most exciting times of the school year! The buses are getting their tune-ups, the…
Shepherd Elementary: A PLC Journey
Most, if not all, schools strive to function as Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Educators are well aware of research clearly…
Teacher Topics (May 2013)
One belief shared by most teachers is that engaged students are “learning students.” Student engagement is highly correlated to increased…
Dear Courageous Leader, (May 2013)
Dear Courageous Leader, It seems impossible that I am writing the May newsletter article. Another school year is drawing to…
Dear Courageous Leader (April 2013)
Reflection is a powerful and often overlooked process. It is through reflection on our previous experiences that we can identify…
A Crucial Component of Learning
John Dewey reminds us, “We learn by doing, if we reflect on what we are doing.” Our own Carolyn McKanders…
Strategies for Student Learning
Rick Wormelli (ASCD/Learning Forward) reminds us that student learning is enhanced when teachers set aside the last 5 – 7…