The past few years have reminded us to be flexible, innovative, and thoughtful as we consider our scholars’ futures. In spring of 2021 we planned for a large daily schedule change to accommodate responsive scheduling focused on student academic support during the school day (Raider Time) and weekly staff professional learning (Collaborative Time). These changes…
Within any school there is a distribution of opportunity and privilege. The currency is who gets what they need first. The building schedule is largest system within this culture. Often this schedule is called the ‘master’ schedule. A simple way to build a more antiracist school is to decolonize the name by removing the word…
There are so many things to be grateful for on a snowy Sunday morning. A warm cup of tea. A delicious gluten free dessert. A bright red bird in the tree. A beautiful window to watch the snow. A dog to warm your feet. A partner that says you should blog about your presentation this…
I have always been a great sleeper up until this last school year. This last school year was a doozy. I started not sleeping well. It almost broke me. Thank GOD it didn’t…
My kids know that I take songs and adapt the lyrics all. the. time. I thought that it might be good to share my favorite books from 2017. In my last blog I shared that I believe that reflection is a superpower and I have a friend that says that literacy is a superpower….
Today, my 13 year old asked my husband: “What do you think about New Years Resolutions?” I have never been supporter New Years resolutions. I wholeheartedly support reflection and setting intention. I believe an active practice of reflection is a superpower. One effective strategy is choosing a #oneword. You can learn more about this…
In through the out door
Growing up near Paisley Park, the kids I grew up with all had a unique familiarity with Prince. Everyone in my hometown has stories to tell about their connection to the artist formerly known as Prince. Myself included. Despite this, I never really listened to Prince’s lyrics the way I have…
I am proud to share that I have been accepted into a certificate program at Harvard. It is called the Certificate of Advanced Education Leadership. It wasn’t long ago that I attended Harvard’s Graduate School of Education’s National Institute for Urban School Leaders (see post here) and had an epic experience learning and growing my…
There have been a couple moments in my life in which I am aware that I am blessed beyond measure.
The last two weeks have been epic. Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to travel to…
I enjoy watching the WNBA because it is good, clean basketball. Well, normally. The 2016 championship looked more like the NBA due to the blatant fouls, traveling and poor calls by the referees. Nevertheless, I love…
