Lark Lund

Assistant Director of Special Education @ Ottawa USD 290 | Reading Specialist

[Benny Johnson @bennyjohnson]

Cardinal Dolan says he spent the past week studying Charlie Kirk’s life, and the more he learned, the more he saw him as a modern-day Saint Paul.

A fearless missionary, a passionate evangelist, and a true hero.

“When I heard the tragic news, I said, ‘I wonder who he was.’ And then all of a sudden, this overwhelming, this overwhelming sense of sorrow and kind of renewal.”

“And I thought, I gotta learn about this guy. And the more I learned about him, I thought, this guy's a modern day Saint Paul. He was a missionary, he's an evangelist, he's a hero.”

“He's one that knew what Jesus meant when he said, the truth will set you free. And to do it, Now, I understand he was pretty blunt and he was pretty direct. He didn't try to avoid any controversy. He didn't even try to avoid confrontation. The difference is the way, the mode, the style that he did it, always with respect.”

[Ottawa USD 290 @Ottawa290]

Come join our team!
Excellent benefits.
Full and Part-time positions available.

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

100%!

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Just because some teachers would rather stay in the classroom than go into administration doesn’t mean they aren’t leaders. Many have amazing talents which can benefit the whole school. Good leaders recognize and value them as experts.

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

This 👇

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

If you think children can sit still for long periods of time and not get disruptive, off task, or “squirrelly”, just think of how long as an adult it takes you to do so in a meeting.

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

Congratulations to our amazing Ottawa High School principal, Kelly Whittaker!

[KSPrincipals @KSPrincipals]

Today is 10/14/23, day 14 of Nat'l Principals Month. Today's focus principal is Mrs. Kelly Whittaker, principal of Ottawa HS, home of the Cyclones! This 18 year educator has led @OHSActivities the past 6 years. Read more: https://t.co/Pb1aTcveWK

#ThankAPrincipal
@kelwhitt217

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

This! 👇

[160 FARMS @160Farms]

Public school, as a whole, isn't failing our kids. Society is failing to remember what public school was designed for.

We've been expecting more and more from public schools that have well exceeded the funding provided.

Understand this Prius was never meant to be a Ferrari.

[Coach AJ 🎯 Mental Fitness @coachajkings]

In 1992, Kurt Warner was a backup quarterback at the University of Northern Iowa.

He was more talented than the starter, but he never got on the field.

Warner asked his friend to ask the coaches why he wasn’t playing. The response changed the way Warner approached the game and his life.

The coaches said, "The reason you're not starting is that you're not very good in practice."

The response shocked Warner. He knew he could throw better than the other QBs. He outshined them when the lights came on whether it was spring ball or the game.

But then he started to think about it. He realized that almost 99% of the time the coaches and teammates saw him was in practice.

This moment shifted his mindset and perspective.

Warner said, "That was one of the greatest lessons that I ever learned about life and about football. You have to bring it every day. You got to show me what to expect from you every single day."

He realized that every moment is a moment to lead by example.

How you do one thing is how you do everything.

In life, he realized that people watch what you do all of the time, not just when the lights are on or not just for one moment.

That moment changed everything for him. He started to take practice seriously and results started to appear.

In 1993, Kurt Warner was the starting quarterback for the University of Northern Iowa. He led the team to an 8-4 season with over 2,500 yards and 17 TDs.

He was invited to training camp with the Green Bay Packers and that was just the beginning for him.

Takeaway 1: Be the Example and Lead by Example
In every aspect of life, not just sports, people often observe and judge us based on our consistent behavior and actions.

To inspire and motivate others, it's essential to consistently demonstrate the qualities and behaviors we wish to see in ourselves and those around us.

Takeaway 2: Value Feedback and Embrace Growth
Growth is a habit and a choice. Feedback might not always be easy to hear or accept, but it's your choice whether to grow from it or deny it.

You have to honest with yourself on where there are opportunities to grow. Whether in sports, career, or personal development, being open to constructive criticism and actively seeking opportunities for growth can lead to greater success and achievement.

"If you're willing to put yourself and your dreams on the line, at the very least you'll discover an inner strength you may not have known existed."
- Kurt Warner
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[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

@GreenbushESC Congrats, Austin!

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

Bam!

[Andratesha Fritzgerald (she/her) @FritzTesha]

Let this sink in.

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

Exciting news! The magic of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is now open to any child in Kansas from birth to their 5th birthday. Children receive free, age-appropriate books mailed directly to their home every month. https://t.co/49WS3fw1DO

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

A good read for all leaders!

[Zac Bauermaster @ZBauermaster]

Educators, as you’re busy preparing for another school year, don’t miss out on slowing down and preparing what’s most important…your heart.

Give this 40-Day Devotional a try 👇🏻

https://t.co/iP8gcxw6Nh

#HumbleHeart

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

Amen!

[TeacherGoals @teachergoals]

PSA: 📣
🎙 @WeinsteinEdu

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

This is the sad and unacceptable reality for educators. There were years that my raise actually equated to a decrease in monthly income. And this is just one reason why we are struggling to find and keep good teachers!

[Fixing Education @FixingEducation]

My home insurance rate increased by 12.5%. (No claim made)

My auto insurance rate increased by 15%. (No claim made)

My health insurance premium increased by 8%.

𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫, 𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐚 2% 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞.
🤔😐😔

[National Center on Improving Literacy @NCILiteracy]

If you are struggling with the difference between Phonological and Phonemic Awareness, check out this infographic about phonological awareness and how it relates to phonemic awareness: https://t.co/yhupTZtkXE

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

@DrDonParker1 @ilprincipals @IllinoisASA @SolutionTree @NAESP @NASSP @ASCD @bold_leadership @ForSchoolEquity @NEAper4 @XrdsEJInstitute 7, then 3

[TeacherGoals @teachergoals]

It takes a village! 🙌
🎙 @WeinsteinEdu

[GreenbushESC @GreenbushESC]

FREE Paraprofessional Training Series - Dyslexia 101
Understanding dyslexia will give you more insight into helping your students. Learn more in this FREE module in the Paraprofessional Training Series at https://t.co/3o1YfzpDeW or get more information at https://t.co/Slh5iXGCaH

[Lark Lund @lark_lund]

Thank you USD 290 paraprofessionals for your dedication, your hard work, and your heart for our students! ♥️♥️♥️