We will never be the same...
The impact of COVID-19 has literally rocked our world. As this virus has rapidly spread, schools across the country have closed,...
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PERMISSION TO BE GREAT
REFLECTIONS OF LIFE, LEADERSHIP, AND THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE
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Defining Moments
We all have defining moments in our lives - meaningful experiences that stand out in our memory. Many of them happen because of chance:...
The New Normal
I have written in the past about my mother and her horrific battle with metastatic breast cancer. My mother passed away on September 1...
Who's Your Tom Danner?
This post discusses an educator who has made a difference in the lives of so many through empathy, compassion, heart, intensity, and class.
Break the Script
Many years ago I was coaching baseball for Western Dubuque High School during the summer. We had a great deal of talent, but were...
Five Thoughts for 2018
People all over the world will identify resolutions, goals, or establish their #oneword for the year in the coming hours or may have...
Three Lessons Learned
Schools are back in session or are going to be in the next couple of weeks across the country. I will begin my sixth year as a building...
All In
Over the past few weeks I have been learning about culture, climate, engagement, teamwork, and leadership in a variety of texts,...
Understand Your Impact
We are entering a very busy time of year that is challenging for just about every educator in the country. Deadlines need to be met,...
More Than a Number
Recently we were given the results of Iowa Assessments (the standardized test in our state) for third and fourth grade students. I spent...
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