High School Athletes:
The “Good Old Days” Are Happening Right Now.
One day, you’ll look back on today and wish you could relive it.
- The team dinners.
- The early morning practices.
- The team huddles before the big game.
- The bus rides with teammate.
- The big wins and tough losses.
Don’t wait until it’s over to appreciate it.
Soak it in now.
Your future self will thank you.
The moment Lou Holtz told Marcus Freeman he won the George Munger Coach of the Year award.
Special moment for a couple of Notre Dame lifers. Really awesome.
Taking away recess for incomplete homework is counterproductive. Recess is essential for their physical, social, and emotional well-being, especially for the kids who need it most. Research also shows homework has little impact on academic achievement in elementary school. Children benefit far more from play, family time, and exploring their interests.
🌟Each day, our students pick a sentence starter, like “Today I worked hard to accomplish…” and reflect on their achievements. This not only boosts their confidence but also helps them set goals for the week ahead!
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Ted Lasso isn’t just a coach; he’s a masterclass in leadership.
His positivity, authenticity, and humor are a winning formula for any leader.
Here are 7 Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso.
1: BRING POSITIVE ENERGY - Ted is incredibly positive and optimistic, even in adversity. He encourages his team to focus on their strengths and celebrate their successes, no matter how small.
TL: "I do love a locker room. It smells like potential."
2: SHOW EMPATHY - Ted is empathetic and takes the time to get to know his players personally. With Ted, it is all about relationships.
TL: "Your body is like day-old rice. If it ain't warmed up properly, something real bad could happen."
3: BE AUTHENTIC - Ted is authentic and genuine. He doesn't try to be anyone other than himself. He is honest with his players and colleagues, even when it is difficult.
TL: "You know what the happiest animal on Earth is? It's a goldfish. Do you know why? It's got a 10-second memory."
4: USE HUMOR - Ted has a great sense of humor. He uses it to diffuse tension and bring his team together. He doesn't take himself too seriously and encourages his players to have fun and enjoy the game.
TL: "It's kind of like back in the '80s when 'bad' meant 'good.'"
5: BE COLLABORATIVE - Ted believes in collaboration and teamwork. He encourages his players to work together.
TL: "I promise you there is something worse out there than being sad, and that's being alone and being sad. Ain't no one in this room alone."
6: BE A CONNECTOR - Ted is a connector of people. He understands that a connected team is a winning team.
TL: "If you care about someone, and you got a little love in your heart, there ain't nothing you can't get through together."
7: BE CURIOUS! - Ted does not know it all. He does not have all the answers. He does have ALL of the questions. But he is curious!
TL: "I feel like we fell out of the lucky tree and hit every branch on the way down, ended up in a pool of cash and Sour Patch Kids."
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Went to a humanist wedding a few weeks ago. One of the lovely things was the rings being passed round during the ceremony, allowing us all to make a wish for the couple as we held them. After, asked my son what he'd wished for. He replied, "I misunderstood & wished for a puppy."