Author Archives: Amy's Reflections
Reflecting on my carbon footprint
After attending the Green Schools National Conference this past week, I’m reflecting on my knowledge of sustainability and green schools education. I joined a new district nine months ago that is a national leader in sustainable education and my word … Continue reading
February 2020 Reading Update
Each month I blog about what I’ve read for my own records, and to share my recommendations with anyone interested. My reading goal of the year is to broaden the type of books I read, exposing myself to cultures beyond … Continue reading
Coming out of a hole
Have you ever had a week where nothing felt right? I feel like I’m coming off of a few weeks like that. I’ve been fighting a losing battle with a sinus infection, so I’ve had a headache for 8 days … Continue reading
Networking vs Connecting
A few months ago I stumbled upon this article about ‘why networking is dead‘. The article goes on to explain that networking is often about superficial meet and greets, where people collect business cards as if they were “likes” or … Continue reading
How you choose to spend your time
I’m reflecting on this quote. There are days or weeks when I feel so busy, so stressed, as if there just isn’t enough time to get everything done. Then I find myself spending a weekend day comatose on my couch, … Continue reading
Creating Connections Counts
Last week I attended AASA’S National Conference on Education, here in my own fine city of San Diego. I heard some amazing keynote speakers, attended some great sessions, enjoyed lunch with colleagues, and even caught up with my AASA mentor … Continue reading
Coaching in Meetings
I recently had a team meeting with a number of people in my department. At the end of the meeting, one of the people came up to me and said something about how they noticed the coaching move I made … Continue reading
Intentionality
Last week I had the opportunity to visit Apple for a 2 day learning experience with a group of leaders from the Southern California. While I wasn’t allowed to take any pictures, nor post anything on social media about Apple … Continue reading
Why Do You Use Social Media?
In episode 48 of the Ten Things To Tell You podcast (can you tell how much I love this show?), Laura discusses whether or not parents should post pictures of their children on social media. The chat moves into a … Continue reading
January 2020 Reading Update
Last year I read 88 books, which was over 30 more than I read the previous year. This year, I have a goal to read more diversely. When I blogged about my monthly reading, I plan to keep track of … Continue reading
Reflections on Leadership and Learning 