Nick Duffy

Dad | Education Planner | Former Principal | Guiding learners toward a passion, plan, and pathway for their future |

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

Excited to learn from @leeannjung as she joins @CRSCHOOLS admin in our summer learning as we strive to empower, engage, and include so we can cultivate pathways for ALL!

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

@mulaney in @TheBearFX was what I needed today and I didn’t know it.

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

One of the best ways to give ownership is to make data visible! Own your learning, know your kids, set the bar.

[Ken Williams @unfoldthesoul]

No one shows up to a place 180+ times to be miserable. Period. #THATSchool #StartWithTheCROWN #RuthlessEquity #Equity #atplc #TeachTimmy #PLC #RTIAW

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

@DrBTroop love this focus! Transformational leadership starts with our focus and dedication toward collective commitments that guide where our energy must flow. Thanks for sharing @AASAHQ #LeadershipMatters #aasa

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

@PrincipalProj ...listen and lead with empathy and clarity- make expectations clear but remember first that we are in the people profession and your culture is critical.

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

This year was probably the toughest year I have faced as a school administrator. Yes, tougher than the pandemic, tougher than a natural disaster (faced both in 2020). But I didn't quit on my staff, our students, my family, or myself- and I am coming back for more. #LearnLoveLead

[Inspirational Quotes @SeffSaid]

A reminder

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

Books with multiracial characters have clear value to students who share these identities, but it is important for all readers to see depictions of diverse populations. https://t.co/pgMDP3LvTd #edchat #Literature #learning

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

While it’s not a new title, I’m always looking for titles to add to build my understanding and grow as a leader. I’ve got another book arriving later this week. Still love the feeling of a book in my hand.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Every superintendent and school board member should read this article. A decade of toughening teacher evaluations and tying it to standardized tests have shown no positive impact on student learning. It has only decreased morale. Stop the madness.

https://t.co/SqwHUk8r7e

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

Love the title of this podcast! Good work @sai_iowa

[SAI - Iowa @sai_iowa]

🎙In the "It's been SAId" #podcast debut, 2022 Iowa Teacher of the Year Sara Russell offers 3 Cs for educators and ways to empower student and staff voice. She also shares insights on the teacher shortage and suggestions for reducing educator burnout.

https://t.co/v3giqAYfet

[SAI - Iowa @sai_iowa]

It's back-to-school time! Do you know when it is safe and legal to pass a stopped school bus with its gate arm extended and lights flashing?

Also, be alert for
🚸 children crossing the street
🚲 pedestrians & cyclists
🦺 crossing guards
🎒 school zones

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

@CRKennedyHigh If beer cheese soup can be soup, I can’t disagree with this. Also, under the right circumstances, I’ll eat queso with a spoon.

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

@sai_iowa “It’s not about you!” Was left on a post it note for me by the outgoing principal and I’ve kept it taped to my computer ever since. Our role is to inspire, support, set and communicate direction in a collaborative environment. We set the tone so make it a positive one!

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

“It’s not about you!” Was left by the prior principal. It’s taped to my computer monitor to this day.

[Principal Project @PrincipalProj]

What is the most valuable advice a mentor or colleague gave you when you became a school leader?

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

Although we know from research, especially @john_hattie, that student development (yep…Piaget) has one of the highest effect sizes, we continue to erode play from the younger grades and replace it with sitting. Joyful learning- movement, choice, safety, collaboration!

[CR Schools @CRSCHOOLS]

We are excited to announce that CRCSD Superintendent, Noreen Bush, has been recognized by The Gazette's HER as an Outstanding Community Leadership Award Recipient, which is a top honor!
For more information- https://t.co/gCCCy1Wqfi

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

Learning about how we can make some changes to teacher feedback to support instructional growth with @marioacosta31 at @HRSInstitute @MarzanoResource Why? Because teachers deserve systems and structures that support their growth! #hrsinstitute

[Nick Duffy @DuffysClassroom]

Loving the idea of teachers sharing their instructional growth goals with their students to model continuous learning and development. If we want our kids to be lifelong learners, let’s model that we all have things to work on. #hrsinstitute