One big lesson we learned in Houston ISD was that educational leaders try to do too many things at once. The district literally had over 50 reading programs and every initiative known to mankind. This initiative fatigue and lack of focus were our biggest impediments to progress.
#SocialWorkMonth in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of social work. The theme for Social Work Month 2023 is Social Work Breaks Barriers. We thank Sonja Croone, Angie Bailey, and April Moore for everything they do for FCS families. #FCSLearn#OneFlorence
Our inter Ms. Latham was giving a K student an OCR assessment as I was walking down the hallway today. I loved how this student was using multi-sensory strategies to figure out the answer. His teacher has done an amazing job teaching him these skills to use! Great job! #FCSlearn
Selfish players (and coaches), show up to be seen.
Average players (and coaches), show up to better themselves.
CHAMPIONS show up to improve themselves, AND everyone around them!
It’s time for competency-based education, argue 6 superintendents. “Let’s make time the variable and learning the constant.” #EWOpinion
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When people are excited about their work, people usually notice. It matters.
For example, most students notice when their teachers are passionate about teaching. And it usually affects their attitude towards their learning.
COVID changes some things... but not everything.
Today I asked a student why she loved a certain teacher.
“She always interacts with us. She takes the time to figure out what we’re thinking as teenagers...and how we learn.”
I love listening to what students say about the teachers they admire. And I’m seldom surprised.