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Tag Archives: CCSS
Culture of Data Use
I was in a workshop a few months ago (okay, a LONG time ago by the time I actually publish this post!), and I heard the phrase “culture of data use”. I can no longer remember the source, so I … Continue reading
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Tagged CCSS, culture, data, education, expectations, reflection, teaching
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[Mentor Text Monday] Writing a Book
I’m dusting off my Mentor Text Monday concept for a new post this week! Back in March I finished writing, revising, and editing my dissertation. Throughout the writing process I was constantly looking at other dissertations as mentor texts. I had … Continue reading
Yet Another Day in the Life {Summer Edition}
This is a glance at a typical day for a district administrator during the summer. As you will see, “summer” has a very different definition for those of us who work at the district office! I’m waiting to see one … Continue reading
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Tagged a day in the life, administrator, adult learning, CCSS, collaboration, feedback, google, gratitude, learning, PD, summer, teachers, team
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Another Day in the Life
My first day in the life post demonstrated one type of work day for me, in my current role as a district administrator. Because each day can be so different, I decided to capture a different day. I wish I … Continue reading
Posted in Leadership
Tagged a day in the life, administrator, CCSS, coaching, collaboration, communication, email, feedback, office, PD, reading, research, stand up desk
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Learning Walk
Today I had the opportunity to participate in a Learning Walk, or a version of Instructional Rounds, with my aspiring administrator students and inspiring colleagues. I’ve participated in Instructional Rounds in my previous roles as a coach, a principal, and as … Continue reading
Posted in Learning
Tagged CCSS, celebration, education, instructional rounds, leadership, learning, learning walk, observation, pedagogy, questions
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The Joys of Teaching & Learning
I had an amazing week at work last week! I feel the need to capture this happiness (for my happy file!) before the next round of stress begins. I spent two days with some stellar Studio Classroom teachers, examining our … Continue reading
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Tagged CCSS, coaching, growth mindset, happy, instruction, PD, pedagogy, strengths, teachers
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[Mentor Text Monday] Author’s Craft
Have you ever finished a book and didn’t want to put it down? I just finished a great YA book and I was so sad to reach the end. The story ended well, but I wasn’t yet finished with the … Continue reading
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Tagged author's craft, books, CCSS, mentor text, reading, teachers, Writing, YA
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[Abecedary of Reflection] Resiliency
R: Resiliency Leadership is often about resiliency… standing up in the face of adversity, getting back up after being pushed down, planting the seeds of hope in what appears to be a field of rocks or concrete or unturned stones. … Continue reading
THE Debate
Common Core. Common Core State Standards. CCSS. In some circles, these are dreaded words I have read the rants, heard many complaints, held my tongue, and waited. I have also responded when I felt it appropriate. I have come to … Continue reading
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