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The Importance of a Strength-Based Approach



Gifts: The Importance of a Strength-Based Approach

May 13, 2024rczyz…
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Put Those Lazy Kids To Work

Put Those Lazy Kids To Work

Peter Greene

Curmudgucation

In the article "Put Those Lazy Kids to Work," the writer critiques proposed changes to Missouri's child labor laws that aim to ease restrictions on child employment, presenting a contentious dialogue on the role of work in youth development. This piece appears to juxtapose sarcastic commentary with serious concerns about the potential impact of such…

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Added by Michael Keany on May 10, 2024 at 1:00pm — No Comments

HOW TO MANAGE STUDENTS WHO ARE DEMANDING YOUR ATTENTION

HOW TO MANAGE STUDENTS WHO ARE DEMANDING YOUR ATTENTION

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Added by Michael Keany on May 7, 2024 at 2:30pm — No Comments

People are Culture - Useful Learning Tool

People are Culture

Here’s how People Are Culture describes itself:

Are you a teacher or parent looking for engaging, thought-provoking, and inspiring stories that bring to life the subjects of…

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Added by Michael Keany on May 7, 2024 at 2:00pm — No Comments

One on One Meetings - Make Them Effective

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Added by Michael Keany on May 6, 2024 at 9:00am — No Comments

Teaching Isn’t Rocket Science but It Is Surely Harder

Larry Cuban on School Reform and Classroom Practice

Teaching Isn’t Rocket Science but It Is Surely Harder

(Ryan Fuller)

Ryan Fuller's article, "Teaching Isn’t Rocket Science but It Is Surely Harder," published on May 2, 2024, in Larry Cuban's blog on school reform and classroom practice, offers a profound comparison between the professions of aerospace engineering and teaching. Drawing from his personal experiences…

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Are You Ready for Your Interview?

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Thriving as an Assistant Principal

Thriving as an Assistant Principal

July 21, 2016

by Aaron Hogan

### Summary of "Thriving as an Assistant Principal" by Aaron Hogan

In his article "Thriving as an Assistant Principal," posted on July 21, 2016, Aaron Hogan explores the difference between merely performing adequately in a role and truly excelling. He emphasizes the importance of intentionality and planning in the pursuit of thriving as an…

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TikTok Babies



TikTok Babies

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Study links excessive internet use to school truancy, absences in teens

A study published in the Archives of Disease in Childhood found that more time spent online, plus less time sleeping and exercising, were linked to a heightened risk of both truancy and school absence due to illness among teens. Researchers…
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Using 100-Word Stories for Expansive Writing

Using 100-Word Stories for Expansive Writing…
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The Fallacy of Best Practices

The Fallacy of Best Practices

A Principal's Reflections

by Eric Sheninger

Apr 21, 2024

The article "The Fallacy of Best Practices" by Eric Sheninger, featured in "A Principal's Reflections" blog, challenges the prevailing education system's fixation on standardized "best practices." It argues for a shift towards contextual effectiveness in educational strategies to foster innovation…

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Added by Michael Keany on April 22, 2024 at 11:00am — No Comments

What Does It Mean to Follow a Reading Program?

What Does It Mean to Follow a Reading Program?

Tim Shanahan

Blast from the Past: This blog entry first posted on May 5, 2018, and re-posted on April 20, 2024. The reason for this re-post is twofold: I received the letter below from an educational consultant who was troubled about how some school districts were using commercial reading programs and wanted my take on it. Also, recently, some critics have been making claims…

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Added by Michael Keany on April 22, 2024 at 8:25am — No Comments

Three Ways To Integrating ChatGPT Into Coaching

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Added by Michael Keany on April 22, 2024 at 8:23am — No Comments

Use these Seven Questions to Focus Each Day

Leadership Freak Read on blog or …
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Character During Crisis

Character Counts

https://charactercounts.org/character-during-crisis/

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Added by Michael Keany on April 11, 2024 at 3:30pm — No Comments

3 Fun Relationship-Building Activities for Older Students

3 Fun Relationship-Building Activities for Older Students

By Amy Nichols March 8, 2024

Edutopia

In an article for educators published on March 8, 2024, Amy Nichols highlights the significance of incorporating fun, relationship-building activities in the classroom to enhance student engagement and foster a sense of belonging. Nichols reflects on a conversation with her superintendent, who…

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Added by Michael Keany on March 14, 2024 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Unlock the Secrets: Expert Homework Hacks for Busy Parents

Unlock the Secrets: Expert Homework Hacks for Busy Parents

Vicki Davis

Podcast

  • You will learn about the importance of active learning over passive studying methods, and how helping students engage directly with the material can significantly improve retention and understanding.

  • You will hear about organizational…

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Added by Michael Keany on March 12, 2024 at 10:14am — No Comments

Why Children Need Risk, Fear, and Excitement in Play and why adults’ fears put them at risk

Why Children Need Risk, Fear, and Excitement in Play and Why adults’ fears put them at risk

MARIANA BRUSSONI

FEB 28, 2024

After Babel

Mariana Brussoni's essay, highlighted by Jon Haidt's preface, emphasizes the essential role of outdoor risky play in children's development, arguing that the trend towards hyper-protective parenting is paradoxically undermining children's safety and…

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Added by Michael Keany on March 12, 2024 at 9:30am — No Comments

Op-Ed: The Transgender Sports Ban: A Pediatrician’s Perspective



Op-Ed: The Transgender Sports Ban: A Pediatrician’s Perspective 



Posted on February 25, 2024, 12:53 pm

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Added by Michael Keany on February 26, 2024 at 1:24pm — No Comments

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