How One District Learned to Talk About Race 28Apr2019 by Jennifer Gonzalez When you’ve done lots of diversity training, but something is still missing, it might be that people still aren’t comfortable having honest conversations about race.
“We’re a Family” and Other School Norms that Can Cause Burnout 14Apr2019 by Jennifer Gonzalez Is it a reflection of a warm school culture, or a subtle way to get teachers to work even harder? If you suspect it’s the latter, it’s time to push back.
Are You a Curator or a Dumper? 4Feb2018 by Jennifer Gonzalez You have so much good stuff to share, but to get anyone to actually look at it, you need to give it some polish.
The Magic of Validation 18Dec2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez It can feel unnatural at first, but once you’ve given validation a try, some of your most difficult conversations are going to get a whole lot better.
What is an Educator Mastermind, and Why Should You Join One? 2Jul2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Educators spend far too much time in isolation; an educator mastermind can change that.
How General Educators Can Get More Out of IEP Meetings 7May2017 by Leena Landmark Participating more actively in your students’ IEP meetings benefits the child, their parents, and you.
Co-Teaching: How to Make it Work 5Feb2017 by Angela Peery When done well, co-teaching offers benefits for both students and teachers. When not done well, it can be confusing or downright frustrating for all involved.
What Advice Would You Give a Student Teacher? 21Jul2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez Lots of good advice to make the most of your student teaching semester. If you need it, come read. If you have some, come give it!
When a Principal Whips and Nae Naes 28Nov2015 by Jennifer Gonzalez As an administrator, you must be seen as a competent leader. But if your school culture needs a boost of positivity, consider the fine art of goofing around.
