I had the opportunity to speak with a group of college students this week who are education majors. In the weeks building up to this opportunity, I struggled to find the right topic to discuss with them and the message I wanted to impart. I went back and forth between a plethora of ideas;  using … Continue reading Leading with L.E.S.S.

In a conversation with a colleague this week, I was reminded of this image. This image is one I particularly like because of the humor it uses to make a very strong point. We are often blind to our own position and fail to realize the problems we are watching from the outside, ignoring or … Continue reading In This Together

I always appreciate time over breaks from school to catch up on things in life that seem to get lost in the busyness of school. Time to get a little more sleep, to read, to spend with the family, along with many other small activities is always wanted, needed, and appreciated during time away from … Continue reading It’s All Big Stuff

As we get closer to Spring Break, I find myself looking forward to a bit of time off. I am ready for a slower pace and for a little more time to rest. But, I have also found myself doing something I hate...wishing for time to pass quickly. I dislike when I catch myself wishing … Continue reading Wish Your Life Away

I struggle to get everything accomplished that needs to be done each day; I am sure that this is something to which many can relate.  In retrospect, this week has seemed extra busy.  Yes, Spring Break is just around the corner, and things always seem to get a little more hectic as you lead up … Continue reading The Blur of Multitasking

Doing things that you do not want to do is often what pushes you to greatness. Success does not come from only doing enjoyable things, or taking it easy. Doing things you are comfortable doing will continue to get you the results you have already achieved, giving you what you already have...a life of being … Continue reading I Don’t Want To

As we close in on wrapping up the month of February, I have to admit to you that I am tired.  Personally, I have come to find that this is one of the toughest times of year to push through. Despite the unseasonably warm weather, the lack of sunlight and the busyness of this time … Continue reading Training Day

Last week, I attended the Indiana Association of School Principals conference. While I have attended this conference for the past few years as a participant, this year I was offered the opportunity to present a session on blogging. It was an awesome experience for me to be able to share my journey, over the past … Continue reading Start Asking Questions

My friend, Jon Harper (@jonharper70bd), has recently started a new podcast titled My Bad. This podcast is a place where, as Jon puts it, “extraordinary educators learn by sharing their mistakes…mess up, fess up, and share with us on My Bad.” Jon also recently also started a Twitter chat using the hashtag #mybad16.  I had … Continue reading Mistakes Are Friends

As I have moved into a new building this year, my new job has been challenging me physically, mentally, and emotionally.  This does not mean that it has not been a positive change that has pushed me to grow, but it has been exhausting.  Although I am in my sixth year serving as a building … Continue reading More Questions