I am an educator who values the individuality and uniqueness of others. Writing the blog R.E.A.L. is an outlet for me to pay it forward by sharing ideas, influences, lessons learned and exposing a little vulnerability while encouraging others to maximize their R.E.A.L. potential, as well.
When one adopts the Innovator’s Mindset, they press for “new and better things” or innovation to occur within a system and are often met with pockets of resistance–creatures of habit, those who might fear change. Trailblazing can be a laborious process. Seeing the need AND taking action steps advances the movement to a whole new […]
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Recently I attended a leadership banquet with many VIPs who spoke eloquently with dignity. You could tell they knew their content and expected everyone to hang on their words–even pausing for a response after every couple of phrases. While the experience was one most desired to be a part of and I was certainly flattered to be […]
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Recently I was chatting with a mentor of mine, and I was sharing how I feel extremely grateful for the opportunities in my life right now, yet unworthy at the same time. His comments back to me were quite sharp and abrupt, but they managed to find a lodging place in my mind and heart. […]
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Recently, I was visiting with an assistant superintendent friend, and he was telling me how difficult it is to move a district of educators toward a common vision of trust and innovation. As #TheRookieAdmin, desiring to learn from this man with much experience, I asked, What have you tried thus far? I know this is […]
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Welcome to the fastest professional learning experience you will participate in this week and likely in your entire life–#IMMOOC Twitter Chats! Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your learning experience. The 2nd ‘M’ in #IMMOOC As we enter this season of #IMMOOC, I can honestly say… I now have […]
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