Episodes
145: 3 Reasons Why Flea Markets, Garage Sales, Thrift Stores, and Est…
Have you figured out that to help you with the classroom you need to buy stuff that will help you? Don't get me wrong the school often will have supplies that will help, but to really get a leg up …
144: 11 Wants for My Perfect Classroom
Today, I'm talking about my 11 wants for what I consider my perfect classroom. Have you ever thought about this? You know, if money was not an issue what would you like to have? What changes would you make to …
143: Teaching in the Fast Lane with Suzy Pepper Rollins
You may remember Suzy from a couple of earlier interviews: Episode 2 where we talked about her instructional program called Math in the Fast Lane and on Episode 43 we talked about her book Learning in the Fast Lane. She …
142: Great Ideas for Awesome Field Trips
In episode 141, I explain four reasons why field trips are important. Yes, technology has made it possible to take virtual trips but there is still nothing like being there. Nothing replaces getting your hands dirty or learning first hand …
141: 4 Reasons Why Field Trips Are Important
Field trips are important. There I said it. Too often the experience of good interaction with the real world get axed in the name of ..."not enough time." This is so not right. Kids get excited to learn more by …
140: 12 Things No One Told Me About Being a School Administrator
Did you ever feel like saying, "No one ever told me about this?" Come on you know what I'm talking about. One day, while thinking about this issue or challenge you are facing, your mind says to you, "You know …
139: Expanding Your Network
Did you listen to my last episode? What? If you did not I hope that you will go back and check it out...follow this link 138. In that episode I spoke about the need to be a lifelong learner. Matter …
138: Educator Means Lifelong Learning
When we become educators we sign on to be lifelong learners. Whether you knew it or not it is a major aspect of what we do. We have to keep learning. By the way, notice that I said educators. That …
137: Michael Miller-Tutoring, Test Prep, and Photography
Today, I'm talking with Michael Miller of Michael Miller Solutions. He is an entrepreneur, tutor, and photographer. Michael and I go way back. I was an assistant principal at his high school. By the way, he never was in trouble …
136: Visitors, Customers, and Guests, part 2
This is part 2 of Visitors , Customers, and Guests. Today, I am talking about our schools not other organizations. Have you ever taken a close look at your school to observe how people are greeted and treated? We have …
135: Does Your Organization Treat Visitors as Guests?
Do you treat your visitors like guests? Do you pay attention to how your staff answer the phones or treat people as they walk through the door? You should. Today, I am talking about several bad experiences which I had …
134: Jake Collins Talks PLC's and On-Line Support Tools
Mr. Jake Collins is a high school math teacher from Statesboro, Georgia. He likes "being in the classroom and seeing the light come on when the kids enjoy the mental exercise of mathematics." Additionally, he knows that the kids don't …
133: The ABCs of How We Learn with Dr. Jessica Tsang
Today, I am talking with Dr. Jessica Tsang, one of three authors of the book The ABCs of How We Learn (2016). The other two authors are Dr. Dan Schwartz and Dr. Kristen P. Blair. All three are colleagues in …
132: Fishing and Protecting Alaska with Anders Gustafson
Anders Gustafson is a fishing guide, wilderness protector, and entrepreneur. Wait for it...in Alaska! He is a father and husband. He has made an incredible life for himself by not following the program. Listen and you will hear him explain …
131: Learning Centers with Tammy Cook
Tammy Cook is a 3rd grade teacher at East Laurens Elementary School in Laurens County, Georgia. She currently is in her 20th year of teaching. Her career has been in two school systems where she spent 9 years in Wilkinson …
130: Rock and Roll Academy with Mark Galbo
Mark Galbo is the CEO and founder of Rock and Roll Academy. Mark has been an educator and artist for over 30 years. From private schools in Boston to reservation schools in Arizona, Mark has had the opportunity to work …
129: Positive Athlete with Ryan Pederson
It is awesome when an organization takes time to work with kids and to recognize what magic they can make happen. It is also wonderful when a company makes it's purpose to celebrate those young people. Positive Athlete does just …
128: The Reading Intervention Toolkit with author Laura Robb
Laura Robb is an author, teacher, and coach and speaker. She has more than 40 years of teaching in grades 4-8. She has written more than 25 books on literacy. Today, we are talking about her book The Reading Intervention …
127: 3 + 1 Ways to Not Show Frustration with the Kids
Do you ever just get so incredibly frustrated with one or two kids? Today’s show is all about recognizing when you are frustrated and how to deal with it. Especially, when you know that it is one kid who is …
126: Vision 2020 with Matt Jones
Today, I am talking with Matt Jones, the Chief of Staff for the Georgia Department of Education. He is a former teacher and technology director from Toombs County, Georgia. We get a chance to talk about what he does as …
125: Taking a Week Break-See You in 2017.
Hey, just wanted to let you know that we were taking a week break. There will not be a regular show from December 25th through December 31st. See you in 2017! Enjoy the family and friends and celebrate! Best wishes! …
124: 5 Tips to Get Refreshed and Recharged During the Day
Does your energy ever just leave you? Do you feel tired and in need of and extra burst of energy? Well, there are ways that you get an extra burst of energy and it doesn't require putting an excessive dose …
123: Full Classrooms, Empty Selves with Jeremy S. Adams
Jeremy S. Adams is a teacher, author, speaker, and family man. He is the author of two books: The Secrets of Timeless Teachers: Instruction that Works in Every Generation published by Rowman & Littlefield, 2016 (Check out my interview with …
122: BetterLesson.com with Sherry MacBury
Today I am talking with Dr. Sherry MacBury from www.betterlesson.com. Sherry is the Director of Partnerships in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, DC for Better Lesson. She was a turnaround principal of two different high schools among...