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Let it burn

An easy way to reduce the number of hours you work in a day: collect your fires and extinguish them at once. I’ve learned this about so-called “emergencies.” Most are not and if you let those fires burn, they extinguish themselves. Then there are fires that won’t go...

You are amazing

That’s the punchline. Thank you for stepping up during this crisis and leading with compassion, understanding, and courage. You inspire me. I hope you have a great day. (Maybe a colleague needs this message? Feel free to forward it on. Better yet, what would a...

A note on empathy

Some teachers are struggling with their students right now. Some take it personally that work is not being turned in, students are not showing up to video classes, and engagement is low. Here is an idea for your next staff meeting to discuss … What was your home life...