Margaret Adrian

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[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

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[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

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[George Couros @gcouros]

"Deep learning is crucial, but our human relationships are what will guarantee that schools remain relevant for much longer than we can imagine."

Using Technology To Humanize (Revisit) https://t.co/B5wkOzcX52

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

What is the Cost of Leadership?

It costs $0 to say “hello.”
It costs $0 to pick up trash
It costs $0 to say “please.”
It costs $0 to be kind
It costs $0 to say “thank you.”
It costs $0 to encourage others
It costs $0 to smile

Lead by Example.
It costs nothing.

[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

Beautiful night for football!

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

To Every Teacher About to Begin Again…
There’s something sacred about this time of year.

The world doesn’t pause for it—but we do. We tidy up rooms, rework bulletin boards, restock our desk drawers with things no one else even notices… all for the sake of what’s coming. And what’s coming isn’t just students—it’s opportunity. It’s impact. It’s legacy.

And whether you feel ready or not, you’re about to become part of someone’s story again.

It might not be obvious at first. The kid who won’t look up. The one who sighs every time you speak. The one who walks in carrying a world you’ll never fully understand. But here’s the truth: your consistency will matter more than your content. Your tone will matter more than your title. And your presence will matter more than your perfection ever could.

Every year, I remind teachers of this: You are not the system. You are the exception to it.

You’re the one who turns test-takers into risk-takers. Who sees the child before the checklist. Who shows up—even when it feels like no one notices you do.

And if this year feels heavy, don’t forget—some kids are walking through your doors needing one adult to believe in them. Just one. Not because you have all the answers, but because you looked them in the eye and said, “I see something in you.” And meant it.

That’s the kind of teaching that outlasts standards. The kind that can’t be measured… but will never be forgotten.

So as you step into a new year, remember this:

You don’t need to be perfect. Just present.
You don’t need a magic lesson. Just a moment that makes a kid feel seen.
You don’t need to save the world. Just reach the one in front of you.

Because that’s how the world changes anyway.

Thank you—for everything you give to children who aren’t even your own. The world doesn’t thank you nearly enough. But I see you. And I’m grateful.

Let’s go make it count.

—Brad

[Sesame Street @sesamestreet]

On Sesame Street, we believe hearts grow stronger when we care for others. When we treat each other with kindness and respect, we build stronger communities.

[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

@venetianblonde @helpingpawsmn That evil man must be charged for this also😢

[Suzie rizzio @Suzierizzo1]

This beautiful girl from China was the Valedictorian of the Graduating class of Harvard! Her Speech is Fierce! 👇👇👇👇

[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

Finn the therapy dog is watching all our seniors enter the building 1 more time, for graduation practice this morning. Saying goodbye can be hard for everyone!

[Sampson the Service Dog @sampson_dog]

This #MemorialDay, we pause to remember that today is not about an extra day off work, or a BBQ, those are luxuries and freedoms we take for granted - today is meant to honor the brave men and women who selflessly made the ultimate sacrifice for all our freedom.

Let’s commit to be worthy of the heroic actions too many have made for those freedoms we take for granted.

[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

Yes

[Zac Bauermaster @ZBauermaster]

Just focus on loving people this week.

[Zac Bauermaster @ZBauermaster]

Lead with empathy this week… and every week.

https://t.co/C9zCGD1ATb

[Horacio Sanchez @ResiliencyInc]

In these charged times, it is important to remember that the ability to interpret what people say accurately requires empathy. Low empathy also means that the options of others are not valued. #empathy

[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

Important advice!

[Sampson the Service Dog @sampson_dog]

No matter how strong or strong-willed you are, you cannot live a stressful, maxed-out life without that pace eventually taking a toll and reducing your clarity.

It is necessary to take breaks, set parameters, and be kind to yourself if you want to continue making an impact in your little corner of the world.

[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

Celebrating at our Unified Basketball banquet tonight!

[Maureen McCormick @MoMcCormick7]

Words—they can lift up or tear down. I do not understand how anyone can use the R word for a joke, a laugh, or to bully or hurt someone. Please join me in helping to end the R word. Stand up against derogatory language, bullying, and exclusion. Spread the Word Day !

[Margaret Adrian @HowellMAdrian]

Inspirational quote from an inspirational pair!

[Sampson the Service Dog @sampson_dog]

The majority of us lead quiet, unheralded lives as we pass through this world. There will mostly be no ticker-tape parades for us, no monuments created in our honor.

But that doesn't lessen our possible impact, for there are scores of people waiting for someone just like us to come along; people who will appreciate our compassion, our unique talents. Someone who will live a better life, because we merely took the time to share what we had to give.

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.