Too often we choose a goal for ourselves or our school and because it isn't achieved quickly, frustration and stress replace passion and energy. Most educators end a school year knowing exactly what went well and what didn't and have a good idea of why they think that is so.  Summer comes and a more relaxed time and a step away from the school year pace allows for stress and angst to slowly wash away.  Yet, while that washing away is a relief, it also a loss.  Buried in that stress and angst, frustration and disappointment is good information. The year ahead holds promise only if we can draw out the wisdom gained form the previous year, share it with someone and let it inform decisions as the next year is on the horizon. Read more...