A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 7, 2024

It goes without saying that AI is a hot topic of conversation in education circles and beyond. In the beginning, I was a skeptic myself, but now I use it to support my professional work, especially when I coach leaders. While there are legitimate concerns and anything generated by AI needs to be fully vetted, the most profound benefit is how it can save educators precious time.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 7, 2024

Imagine waking up each morning with no hope for the day ahead, navigating a minefield of potential conflicts with your body on high alert. That was my reality as a marginalized youth — misunderstood, labeled as a troublemaker and cast out without a chance to reconcile and evolve. Growing up with anxiety in school is an all-too-common experience that perpetuates a cycle of fear and resentment.

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SplashLearn

APRIL 7, 2024

What makes an exceptional teacher? Is it the depth of their knowledge, or perhaps something more? In today’s dynamic educational landscape, the qualities of a good teacher extend far beyond traditional teaching metrics. They involve empathy, adaptability, and a passion for fostering inclusive environments where every student feels valued. Today, being a great teacher isn’t […] The post 12 Best Qualities of a Good Teacher first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 7, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS — At a late August meeting in a windowless room at Minneapolis College, a handful of students barely a week into classes sat back on couches, took a breath and marveled that they were there at all. “Gifting myself with an education is a part of my recovery,” said Nomi Badboy, 43, one of three students attending this week’s meeting of the school’s collegiate recovery program.

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MiddleWeb

APRIL 7, 2024

Stephanie Farley was a reluctant adventurer 30 years ago when she took a teaching job "until something better" came along. To her surprise, she discovered a career that has given her the gifts of meaning, mastery and connection – "a powerfully engaging, ever-evolving vocation." The post Teaching: The Best Job I Never Wanted first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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