Why Mattering Matters

"People are the backbone of education, yet the challenges in recent years, coupled with frequent external criticism, has defined the teaching profession more as a problem to be managed rather than a calling to be celebrated." (Donlan, Wilfong, 2021). … [Continue reading]

SEL Skills That Impact Academic Success

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 …

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

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]