Retired Educator WVUSD, Still passionate about education, Adjunct Professor Azusa Pacific University, SEL ,Science and Arts Advocate
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You can sense the culture of a school the moment you walk in—through the way the front office greets you, the conversations in the hallway, and the energy of the staff. Students sense it the moment they walk in too.
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I know teachers go to work for their students… but they should never underestimate the impact they have on their colleagues. Their attitude and energy can inspire the adults around them. So they make a difference for kids they don’t even teach!
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"...starting with strengths isn’t ignoring weaknesses, but just ensuring people feel valued before anything. It is easier to grow in all areas when you know that you are appreciated."
3 Observations from Summer That Inspired Hope for the Year Ahead - mailchi.mp/georgecouros/star…
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I talk a lot about how Finland has no standardized tests in elementary school, but did you know, In Japan, early education focuses on character, social skills, and teamwork—no standardized tests until 4th grade. Students learn respect, responsibility, and collaboration before academics take center stage. A foundation for life, not just grades.
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You might not have a Teacher of the Year plaque hanging on your wall—maybe you do—but the real trophies are the handwritten notes, heartfelt drawings, and little 'thank yous' from your students tucked away in your desk. Those small, personal reminders are the true motivation, fueling your passion and inspiring you to be your very best, every single day. Because in the end, it’s not about the awards; it’s about the lives you’ve touched.
#HappyMonday
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From @tlnwilkinson: “Stealing awesome ideas like this is the best part of social media. Best morning work ever!!”
ALT Handwritten chart titled "It's T.G.I.F. Time!" It has 4 questions, each with a bunch of sticky notes with answers underneath. The questions are: "What did you TRY this week?" "What are you GRATEFUL for?" "What INSPIRED you this week?" and "What was FUN this week?"
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Air purifiers in Finnish daycare reduced children's illnesses by 18% in a carefully controlled study. This implies huge potential for better public health and cost savings from sick leaves, with a simple intervention against airborne infections.
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"The older I get, the more convinced I am that the space between people who are trying their best to understand each other is hallowed ground."
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#Inspirationoftheweek
Ever thought, "I'm bored" might just be the beginning of your next big idea? It's in those quiet moments of nothingness that our minds are free to wander, explore, and dream up new ideas.
This week, I challenge you to shift your perspective. Instead of rushing to fill every moment of silence with noise and activity, let's take a step back. Let's allow ourselves—and encourage our kids—to embrace boredom.
You might just surprise yourself with the creativity, innovation, and ideas that emerge.
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#EmbraceBoredom #CreativeSpark #QuietCreativity #ThinkOutsideTheBox #BoredomToBrilliance #UnlockCreativity #MarcInspires
Leann Legind retweeted
Honored to speak w/ 3rd to 5th graders from around the world today. They're all building CR Boxes & were so excited to show me their engineering feats. Had them imagine a world without engineers, all they'd miss, & grand challenges engineers work to solve today. SO MUCH FUN!
Leann Legind retweeted
When you have ownership and voice over the process, you care more about the outcome.
The best principal I ever had, was a master at empowering her staff to lead in the decision-making process of the school by not only asking for input, but acting upon the expertise of the people she had served. If you are going to ask for feedback and ignore it, you would have been better off not asking for the feedback in the first place.
Legendary coach John Wooden shared “Listen to those under your supervision. Really listen. Don’t act as if you’re listening and let it go in one ear and out the other. Faking it is worse than not doing it at all.”
My principal asked for your input as a way to learn from you in how we could all make our school better. Ultimately, she was responsible for the decisions of the school, and that is exactly why she asked for input from the staff. She knew her final decisions would be better when she leveraged the gifts of her staff.
When I think of this process, it reminded me of how she (my principal, Kelly Wilkins) embodied this quote from Steve Jobs before I ever heard it:
“It doesn't make sense to hire smart people and then tell them what to to , We hire smart people so they can tell us what to do.”
The interesting thing was I cared more about my input because I knew it could affect what happens in other classrooms beyond my own, and the entirety of our school.
Through this process I realized how the best administrators and teachers are not only learning how to utilize your gifts, they help you find them your self and realize your own potential to have an impact on the world.
Leann Legind retweeted
A purchased curriculum is a tool.
An instructional program is a tool.
A set of interventions is a tool.
Use them as resources, NOT replacements.
They are what the pros use to help design & construct Tier 1 for learners.
Teachers are the pros. Learning is the job.