Tag Archives: learning
The Joy of Writing
As we prepare to transition to the ELA Common Core State Standards next year, writing has come up in discussion over and over again. The phrase that bothers me most in these discussions is, “We need a writing program”. A … Continue reading
Coming from a place of strengths (and acknowledging differences)
Do you know your own personal and professional strengths? Do you begin your work with a focus on what you are good at, or where you need improvement? When you come into a meeting or a collaboration with colleagues, is … Continue reading
Reflective questions
I have recently spoken with a few colleagues about the importance of asking reflective questions. I used to think that part of my role as a coach and an administrator was to make sure to share as much information with … Continue reading
Are you still learning?
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about professional development (PD). How it is delivered How it is received Who participates Who is a natural professional developer Who is uncomfortable in the role How it can occur through social media, personal … Continue reading
Lesson Study
As we enter into a new school year, talking and planning about our work, I keep coming back to the idea of Lesson Study as a way to meet many of our professional needs. As a coach and a principal, … Continue reading
My Journey
My Journey* In response to a challenge by @DCulberhouse, a PLN colleague and blogger, I would like to share with you the journey I have taken to get here, my little corner of the education world. I was always an … Continue reading
Learning, Coaching and Leading
In all my roles in education – teacher, Peer Coach/ Staff Developer (i.e. Literacy Coach), Literacy Administrator, Vice Principal, Principal, and now Director- I have always thought of myself as a learner first, then a coach, and finally a leader. … Continue reading
Learning
When was the last time you learned something new? I don’t mean when you read a new fact or had a new thought, but when you truly learned something new and applied that knowledge. Today at the gym, while waiting … Continue reading
Reflections on Leadership and Learning 