Time is precious but carving it out to have these conversations, write the detailed notes of appreciation, giving authentic gratitude and just providing – time and space to let our peers know we see them and really value their work — while offering career increases can go such a long way....
Today is National Teacher Appreciation Day, and it is my first as an administrator. I wanted to take a moment to share how enormously impressed I am with the teachers at my school, my district, throughout the state, heck the whole world! Being on the other side of the classroom, observi...
They need to feel the support and appreciation for their work. While doing this, let’s not forget the unsung heroes of the EDU team. From the bus drivers who ensure our students arrive safely, to the cafeteria staff who provide nutritious meals, to the maintenance crew who keep our school...
Former Superintendent David Haglund stands next to Steve Maher during a tour of a Mohr Elementary School classroom during the first week of school in 2023. (Photo courtesy of PUSD) Even though the Dec. 13 meeting was Maher’s last on the board, those who spoke...
–Students develop character, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for learning. –Families see the values of leadership and mindfulness reinforced in their children’s lives. The work we do in education is challenging, yet every effort to uplift and empower educators has exponential rewards for ...
use Canva themselves. We then shared these videos with parents on Seesaw, creating a bridge between the classroom and home. I recall one parent sharing their heartfelt appreciation, explaining how the videos sparked rich conversations at home and extended the learning beyond the school day. This ...
I have a life-long love of creative arts, including writing, performance, theatre, film, photography. As a teenager, I trained at theAnna Scher Theatre Schoolin Islington, London. The training I gained instilled an appreciation of autodidactic learning, curiosity for listening to and connecting ...
Rochelle Rice, CSP, AS, is the FIRST woman in the world to hold both the Accredited Speaker and the Certified Speaking Professional designations.
Lincoln, Max Roach, Horace Silver, Bill Evans—all provide Terry and her readers with unforgettable encounters. The result is a collection of profiles, some stretching over a decade or more, that reveal these performers in ways that illuminate their humanity and expand our appreciation of their ...
Rochelle Rice, CSP, AS, is the FIRST woman in the world to hold both the Accredited Speaker and the Certified Speaking Professional designations.