A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

One of the joys and challenges of blogging regularly is trying to come up with original content that has substance. However, this doesn’t imply that it is still easy to come up with blog ideas. I can tell you firsthand that this is no easy feat as it seems like virtually everything has been written about in some form or another.

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Society for Classical Studies

DECEMBER 12, 2024

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Since the book became available, I used this blog to create supplemental content while expanding on many of the concepts with additional insight. Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms was one of my major pandemic projects, alongside with becoming a master at cooking charbroiled Gulf of Mexico oysters on the grill.

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OCTOBER 1, 2023

A s readers of my blog know, I am incredibly passionate about pedagogically-sound personalized learning. What is even more intriguing is that there is no one best way to personalize, something I wrote extensively about in Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms and this recent blog post.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 31, 2022

Hence, I try to have an original image to go along with most blog posts I write. At times I find myself claiming that I am a visual learner. While text adds needed details and depth, the accompanying visuals provide more context. They also do a great job capturing the attention of prospective readers.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 7, 2024

It can convert my blog posts to podcasts that sound very professional. During coaching sessions, I have helped elementary teachers create images for sight words. Copilot (free, but need a Microsoft login) – Very similar to Chat GBT and Gemini. Another tool that I have begun to explore is Leap.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 16, 2020

Below are some of the most common strategies I use to help educators implement remote learning using the tips above.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Here are what districts, schools, and educators can do: Focus on the purposeful use of technology to support and enhance learning across the curriculum in both remote and face-to-face settings Train parents and students on SEL competencies, digital citizenship, responsibility, and cyberbullying Create anonymous tip lines for students and parents to (..)

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 29, 2021

Now I didn’t refer to them as these in the book, but the purpose of my blogging is to share my reflections and expand on ideas. In Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms , I identified six dimensions of disruptive thinking.

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AUGUST 17, 2024

Create a Blog Blogging promotes creativity and engagement in class, especially in language or art classes. You can host a blog and schedule days for each student to post content. Posting blog posts also helps them take charge of learning and explore their abilities.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 24, 2022

I regularly create supplemental material through this blog that weaves together additional research connections, practical examples, and deeper insight. This mostly centers on how I process and reflect upon ideas written about where there is now additional context, thanks to all my time in schools.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 5, 2019

Blog posts are a great option to get into the nitty-gritty of change. Hyperlinks A simple strategy to add more context to tweets and social media updates is to add a hyperlink to supporting research, mainstream media pieces, blog posts, or other resource sites. If you are not blogging, it’s time to get over the hurdle.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 15, 2021

I have been blogging since the book was published to align updated content, ideas, and strategies to each chapter to deliver on this goal. Supplemental resources Over time things change. Knowing this compelled me to reflect on how to create a relevant resource that would evolve over time.

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Living Geography

OCTOBER 28, 2024

I posted recently about reaching a milestone on my GA Presidents' blog , and have now passed another small milestone on one of my other blogs. This one is the blog that I set up in 2010 when my first solo book was published. As was (and still is) my liking for a pun, I titled it 'Look at it this way.' Why not take a look?

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Society for Classical Studies

AUGUST 27, 2024

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 8, 2020

The Book Professor blog provides the following perspective: How often have you heard the saying, “Experience is the best teacher.” I vividly remember the food and atmosphere, but not the score of each game. The same can be said for a variety of other experiences that have shaped my life and influenced my thinking over the years.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 24, 2024

To learn more, take a look at this blog post I wrote on the topic. Students who grasp a concept quickly can move on to more challenging material, while those needing extra support can receive targeted practice and additional explanations.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 19, 2023

Below you will see visuals for both and links to blog posts offering detailed insight. To support educators and build capacity, consider applying the tenets of pedagogical leadership, which naturally aligns with components in the PUTL Framework shown above. The world is constantly changing, and with it, jobs and expectations are evolving.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 13, 2023

Blog post and image credit My call to action to all educators is to become the storyteller-in-chief. While research paves the way and shows us how to elicit emotion to engage others, there are also many other critical elements to be aware of when developing a narrative. Below are two images that provide additional context.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Through my blog, I've aimed to create a platform that not only informs but also empowers and motivates educators and learners to explore new horizons in education. My sincere hope is that these articles have not only resonated with readers but have also sparked meaningful discussions and inspired actionable change in educational settings.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 8, 2023

Most of my blog ideas materialize during these times of bliss. One of the best and most gratifying aspects of my job is getting into classrooms and providing feedback to leaders, who, in turn, help their teachers grow. Without this practical lens, I don’t think I would be able to write anything of value.

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Passion for Social Studies

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! If you do not want to miss any of the upcoming lessons, join my email list to be notified of all the interactive lessons coming up! Sociology Review Games $ 7.00 Add to cart Government Review Games $ 10.00

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 11, 2021

If you are an avid reader of this blog, you have seen examples of what I am talking about in terms of the use of time, differentiation, purposeful integration of technology, and educator collaboration. There were definitely excellent practices taking place in classrooms across the globe. However, they were more isolated than widespread.

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Passion for Social Studies

OCTOBER 27, 2024

By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! If you do not want to miss any of the upcoming lessons, join my email list to be notified of all the interactive lessons coming up! Progressive Era Project $ 6.00 Add to cart Progressive Reform Lesson $ 6.00

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Speaking from experience, I have significantly benefited from not only engaging in digital spaces but taking what I have learned and applying it to my practice, which I can readily show when asked or communicate through my blog. Being a lifelong learner in the digital age is quite empowering.

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Passion for Social Studies

DECEMBER 15, 2024

By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! If you do not want to miss any of the upcoming lessons, join my email list to be notified of all the interactive lessons coming up! 1920’s and Great Depression US History Test $ 4.00 Add to cart US History Review Games $ 10.00

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Passion for Social Studies

DECEMBER 27, 2024

By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! If you do not want to miss any of the upcoming lessons, join my email list to be notified of all the interactive lessons coming up! President Timeline Display $ 6.00 Add to cart Presidential Succession Lesson $ 5.00

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Society for Classical Studies

JANUARY 15, 2025

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 19, 2021

HERE are some great ideas from the HMH Shaped blog. I love this strategy but feel that it should rotate throughout the day, so it isn’t occurring during the same time or period each day. Lesson planning/activities : While Daily Meeting is a great start, SEL should be emphasized across the curriculum.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 17, 2022

I shared the following in a blog post back in 2017: It is difficult to adequately prepare any leader for the challenges they will face as well as the decisions that will have to be made. When it comes to leadership, the person making the final decision is often second-guessed if there is a lack of communication or things don’t go as planned.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The conversation provided the spark for this blog post. Recently, I was asked by some Kindergarten teachers at Howell Elementary School in Tennessee during one-on-one coaching sessions about ELA-specific stations that would be great for young learners.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 8, 2018

In a previous blog post, I wrote about the importance of focusing on the why as it relates to learning. Here is a piece of my thinking that I shared: The why matters more than ever in the context of schools and education. What all one must do is step into the shoes of a student.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

If I didn't have these I doubt I would have stuck with blogging for fifteen (15) years or written any books. They provide a structured framework, helping us manage time effectively, reduce stress, and ultimately achieve our goals.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 26, 2018

Many of these became the catalyst for more detailed blog posts that illustrated how theory and research were being implemented in a way that led to evidence of better results. I quickly seized on the opportunity of being in classrooms more by talking to learners and taking pictures of their work.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 11, 2019

I remember like it was yesterday when I began blogging back in 2009. The result has been the creation of a vlog (video blog) in the form of a YouTube Channel, which you can access HERE. Trust when I say that it’s a struggle these days to either come up with new ideas or to add a unique angle to what has already been written.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

A great deal has changed since I began writing this blog back in 2009. For starters, my primary device to connect on Twitter was a Blackberry. I didn’t even have a Facebook page until a year later.

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Society for Classical Studies

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

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