According to a study of students in eleven countries (including the U.S.), curiosity and persistence are the strongest predictors of academic success in math and reading. The study by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development is the … [Continue reading]
For Inspiration …
Posted on December 21, 2021 Written by
With a strong, informed leader, a dedicated staff, and the right curriculum, meaningful school transformation can be a reality ... even in the most challenging circumstances. This short but powerful video tells the story of an inner-city … [Continue reading]
How to Minimize Stress
Posted on December 7, 2021 Written by
Most people realize that stress has a negative impact not only on our mental health, but also on our effectiveness and productivity. Principal and teacher burnout are very real problems! In the last post, we looked one method for reducing stress … [Continue reading]
Limiting Your Priorities
Posted on November 23, 2021 Written by
There's an old saying: "Never let the URGENT crowd out the IMPORTANT!" One way to do this is by establishing priorities and revisiting those daily. However, as the author of this article points out, "It's particularly challenging to choose … [Continue reading]