Some Have No One Else #KidsDeserveIt
This week I was reminded of the simple fact that we have children at our school that have no one else. That we’re they’re only one. The only one who…
Learning from Others #KidsDeserveIt
This past week I had the experience of visiting a friend’s school and seeing what they were up to. I’ve always been a believer in connecting with others online and…
The Words We Choose #KidsDeserveIt
Every one of us know what is feels like when someone shows interest in who we are as a person. When they truly care. Each of us also know what…
When We Choose to Serve #KidsDeserveIt
So many times I have seen how much our jobs are like those of servant leaders. We must continually give of ourselves day after day not only to our students,…
Leave it in Your Car #KidsDeserveIt
Every day when we come to work, we have a choice. That choice looks very simple on paper, but in reality it isn’t quite that easy. What is that choice?…
When Doubt Creeps In #KidsDeserveIt
Something I wrote about in “Kids Deserve It!” is the feeling of doubt. The wondering if you’re good enough. Every one of us at one point or time doubts our…
The Pilot is the Last Off #KidsDeserveIt
I just returned from watching the movie “Sully” about the Miracle on the Hudson. For those of you unfamiliar with the events from several years ago….a plane was taking off…
The Light and the Dark #KidsDeserveIt
The metaphor of darkness and light has always been a powerful one for me. The whole idea that darkness seems all encompassing. Like it is suffocating. Like you can’t escape…
The Day the Pirate Surprised #WebbElem #KidsDeserveIt
Every chance I get, I talk about the power of social media. I tell people the value in getting connected, sharing your story, learning from and with others from around…
Jesus, Friend of Sinners #KidsDeserveIt
There have been a select few posts I’ve written over the years that have addressed my faith more blatantly than others. As an educator and blogger, I’ve tried to walk…
20 Songs to Use at School #KidsDeserveIt
Over the past few weeks I’ve been writing about songs with lyrics that have been challenging or inspiring me. I wrote a post called “Rise” about Katy Perry’s new song,…
Breathe #KidsDeserveIt
Music has always been a passion of mine. People are always surprised at how varied or eclectic my music tastes are. I listen to music, I study music, I research…
