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This is my brain on ISTE…
Everyone is a light. A light that has something to shine, something to offer, something to give. Every student, colleague, and member of your PLN. Everyone. The biggest mistake one can make is to...
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One Thing I Know
A month ago, I walked out. Today? I walked in. All of the little things, like where the extra paper clips are, what corner to keep my umbrella in, where the copier is, my email password, which door...
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Every Child
The words of Dr. Rita F. Pierson are one of the most powerful reminders we need to think about as we work daily in our classrooms or schools. We have the chance, at any given moment, to be the champion...
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Shine Together
It’s not a competition. It’s not about being better than someone else. It’s about becoming better because of someone else. Sharing doesn’t mean you know everything or even that you think you know...
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I’ll Always Remember
The relationships you build with those around you, on a daily basis, are far bigger than any paycheck, any thing you can collect, or any amount of titles you can earn. Our lives are really about the...
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It Actually Happened
Today was one of those days. You know the ones that you think were just some kind of a dream that you’ve woken up from? Nope. It was all real. My teammates and I boarded the ZeroG plane at NASA’s...
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What Connecting Is All About
Burnout. You hear about it all the time. Tired of restrictions on public education. Tired of testing. Tired of same old, same old. Tired of feeling ‘stuck.’ But, there is a cure for burnout. No...
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Want a poster?
In education, we are in the business of giving back. I’m going to make 31 posters in August. 1 per day. For the entire month. It’s a Posterpalooza! I’ve appreciated every Facebook like, email comment,...
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Giving Back: Poster 1
Poster Number 1 from Posterpalooza. The party has started… everyday will be a new surprise. For printing instructions and my plea for you to “Share it Forward,” please see below. For my amazing...
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Giving Back, Day 2: To one person…
Another day, another poster. This one is for Matt Gomez. Thanks for the great quote, Matt and for always sharing. NOTE: The tiny world came from http://visibleearth.nasa.gov/. Thanks, NASA. Directions...
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If you’ve ever cared so much about something that you work endless hours, dedicated to making things happen, using more energy than you even think you have, pouring your heart and soul into it, it’s...
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Giving Back: Poster 3
To a member of my PLN who has been a constant source of support and inspiration from his school way over in Arizona! Thanks so much to Mr. Buist (and his AWESOME kids!) Directions for downloading:...
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Giving Back: Poster 4
Thanks to April for the great quote left on my Facebook page! This one struck a chord with me because our kids need us to believe in them. The struggle is theirs and we’ve gotta let them know we are...
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Giving Back: Poster 5
Today’s poster is for Shauna who requested a Gettysburg Address poster in a bright color. Hope this brightens your classroom, Shauna! Thanks for reading and commenting. Directions for...
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The Future Starts Now
One of the things I love most at SpaceCamp is a sign hanging on the door that reads, “Through these doors walk our future scientists and engineers.” It always makes me smile, thinking about how Space...
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Back to School STEM Style
Getting ready for back to school.. if you teach anything STEM related, maybe some of these things should be on your back to school shopping list? Yes, they are totally geeky… that’s why I love them!...
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Digital Citizenship: It’s More Than a Poster!
Let me begin with a huge disclaimer.. These posters are not intended to substitute for true, open and honest discussions with kids, nor are they meant to replace the daily modeling that should be...
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Giving Back: Day 7… Got enthusiasm?
Another day, another poster. This one’s a great reminder to hang in the classroom, the hallway, or even the teacher’s lounge. A little enthusiasm? It goes a long way! Printing and downloading tips...
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Sorry About the Mess
I’ve made these posters before, right here. But, I had a request for a rainbow version for a rainbow classroom. A bold announcement to the world that our room’s a mess and we embrace it. Learning...
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Easy is Overrated
A reminder that easy is overrated. We are trained as teachers to support our kids. It’s hard for us to watch them struggle. But the magic? It happens when we step back, let them soar, and watch them...
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