Michael D. Griffith

Father of three children. Caring educator, focused on students. Lover of the arts, outdoors and sports. Head of School at the Lillian and Betty Ratner School.

[edutopia @edutopia]

When students return back in the fall, many might be bringing back a collective trauma. If a student acts out, try these strategies to deescalate the situation.

[MindShift @MindShiftKQED]

"Once I started to see a break as a strategy to maximize learning, I stopped feeling guilty about shortening classroom instruction," says @timdwalk #edchat #recess #play https://t.co/PUqvOdFqtB

[edutopia @edutopia]

The research is clear: If you want smart, healthy, well-rounded children it pays to invest in recess.

[edutopia @edutopia]

Which is the more challenging assignment, a 50-word summary or a 5-paragraph essay? Sometimes less is more. https://t.co/pIZoZbogt8

[Dalai Lama @DalaiLama]

As a human being I am committed to trying to share with others that we are social creatures, because of which, whether we are religious believers or not, we need a sense of concern for others’ well-being.

[Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre @RedRocksCO]

NEW SHOW: @RKSBandOfficial with @Caamp at #RedRocksCO
📅: June 11, 2019
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On sale: Dec. 14

[Carol Ann Tomlinson @cat3y]

As is the case with all worthwhile endeavors, learning to differentiate instruction is complex. It’s helpful to see that learning as a journey, not as a magic moment. Check out my video "The Journey to Differentiation" to learn more! https://t.co/70GjvA95kj

[edutopia @edutopia]

Restorative practices do more than change negative behavior: https://t.co/Krx4RUFD6x

[Michael D. Griffith @RatnerGriffith]

In his career Pence left an event every time fans- sat during, wore caps, continued talking, or ignored playing of the anthem? Of course!

[edutopia @edutopia]

16 brain breaks and focus-attention exercises: https://t.co/6WcOPEL8je

[Learning for Justice @learnforjustice]

Be prepared to address students' questions and fears about the recently issued executive orders. https://t.co/zBfiVFKim7

[edutopia @edutopia]

5 benefits of outdoor education (+ tips for bringing it to your school): https://t.co/yss1W6vawG. #mschat

[Cleveland Jewish News @CleveJN]

Schools celebrate Chanukah @GrossSchechter @TheRatnerSchool https://t.co/VuqHz409sN

[edutopia @edutopia]

Why restorative practices benefit all students: https://t.co/TBdLdy3qNk. #equity

[Michael D. Griffith @RatnerGriffith]

The Ratner Learning Garden fresh veggies!!!!

[Michael D. Griffith @RatnerGriffith]

Wonderful concept that helps define attributes we can nurture in young students!! https://t.co/5AhS3jRAhA

[Alison McCloskey @CCISalison]

I like this https://t.co/pWmV8QFG8R

[Michael D. Griffith @RatnerGriffith]

Welcome back Ratner students!!! Looking forward to a great year😀

[Michael D. Griffith @RatnerGriffith]

"First seek to understand....." Asking a few questions, observing circumstances always helps to begin there! https://t.co/My2ba1Oi3X

[edutopia @edutopia]

Why you should respond to student misbehavior by being curious (not furious): https://t.co/CbRqUU0r1v.

[Michael D. Griffith @RatnerGriffith]

The type of planning/thinking as we create learning experiences in the Ratner Innovation Lab! https://t.co/stnOQj8eio

[edutopia @edutopia]

Design thinking & the deskless classroom: https://t.co/c5cV79GpAb. #designthinking