• In an attempt to extend the writing skills of our students, we have established our first literary magazine at our independent school. The students after their exciting procedural expectations landed on the title, The Mustard Seed. Grand things growing from small beginnings is the inspiration; and, the title is much like the lessons learned in leadership! The myriad of skills students are embracing on the technical side of this authentic lesson in a flipped classroom are amazing; the...

Your students may soon be following the competition that begins this February in Sochi,Russia. I especially like the skiing events. Learn about the history of the games, both past and present, which originated in Greece, with my informative webquest. There are 10 questions(each with lots of informative text) as well a number of fun facts. Extension activities are also included(and the key).The webquest can be completed in one class period and is geared for upper elementary and middle school...

• Character is sometimes defined by silence as well as chatter. But often, chatter is more highly prized. I wonder what more we could do if we paused in silence to recognize the quiet ones among us?
• For the silent ones, I remind you that loud and continuous talking is not the sign of intelligence. And, for the gregarious ones, silence is not the sign of untalented. Quiet doesn't mean: weak, easy, stupid, deep, sneaky, or aloof; noise doesn't mean: strong, dominant, brilliant,...

• "The signature of mediocrity is not unwillingness to change. The true signature of mediocrity is chronic inconsistency." As leaders, many depend on us in our roles to be the voices of consistency; but, sometimes that consistency may lead us to make decisions not in the best interest of our faculty or our students. These groups watch for consistency for everyone else but seek exceptions for themselves and their unique positions within the school.
• It is indeed easy to follow rule...