Educators are normalizers. The deep-rooted diseases of the era, not just COVID, raise perceptions of normal that may not be real. What is an educator to do? Continue reading
“Yesterday Is Gone And There’s No Getting It Back”
We cannot reclaim lost time or opportunity. If the loss was significant enough, we can compensate it with different experiences that grow us to the point we wanted to be. This is the work before us. Continue reading
Just a Smile and a Nod
Being open or closed to in-school learning during a pandemic is debated with passion. Either can be best. Transition from one to the other requires sensitivity from all. Continue reading
Collegiality and Camaraderie In The Time of COCID
COVID heightens the needs for collegiality and camaraderie. When we find our mutuality in the face of personal dangers, our professionalism can provide the pathways for future success. Continue reading
Unemployment Is High Yet There Is a Shortage of Teachers: Time To Make Teaching a Preferred Profession
The crisis of our teacher shortage is the perception that teaching is not a good career choice. As COVID is causing major changes in teaching practices, we need to use the moment to change the profession of teaching. Continue reading