1. Today I participated in a Wounded Warriors Walk in Williamsburg~ VA. Like many September days in Virginia~ today was~ by my New England roots~ "Wicked Awesome!"
2. I walked not realizing this was an "official race" with timers~ talent~ and trophies. I was walking to show support for a cause that is near to me. Without realizing it~ I finished fourth place in the woman's walking division for the 5K. As I heard the cheers~ saw the officials~ and realized this was more than a good day...

Perhaps, this might be of interest for a Bell Ringing Activity:
I n a world where beauty is highlighted, a unique organization wants people to think about creatures less cute. The Ugly Animal Preservation Society, located in Great Britain,has just selected a new mascot-the Blobfish, as the world's ugliest creature! Found in the deep ocean waters off of south-eastern Australia, the Blobfish is really a creature only a mom(or dad)could love! A world wide competition was recently held with...

1. I just completed another leadership book by another former CEO. The unlikely title, Love Works, by Joel Manby, caught my eye and was recommended by my trusted colleague, Chris Gann!
2. The author talks about the treasures we need to discover within us as leaders. This is hardly the talk we expect from powerful CEOs of major corporations! By extension in my judgment, the book is as appropriate to teachers as it is to leaders of schools. Manby boils his recommendations into...

Transitioning to our profession each year is a refreshing opportunity to reinvent ourselves. Through our talents to maintain a balanced life and help others do the same, we can and do make a difference!

This week as students and families think about September 11, 2001 and see ever emerging graphic images of the horrors of that day, let's find the strength to:
1. respect what is good about our nation
2. remind...