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School Isn’t for Children Anymore – A Teacher’s Perspective

While preparing to go back to school this morning after spending yesterday digging out from yet another heavy snowfall in the North East, I ran across a piece from Washington … Continue reading

March 4, 2014 · Leave a comment

Highlights So Far of 2014

During the course of the last eight weeks, I’ve received great feedback in the form of likes and comments from followers and visitors of principalaim (thank you!). I’ve been so … Continue reading

March 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

The Successful Education Toolkit: What do Children Need to Flourish at School?

Originally posted on FlourishingChildhood:
We want our children to have a great education, so what is the secret? We tend to look hard at what is on offer: the quality…

March 2, 2014 · Leave a comment

Courage

The story of young Ruby Bridges serves as a powerful lesson in courage and determination. Check out these resources to learn more about Ruby’s journey in New Orleans in 1960. tlb … Continue reading

March 1, 2014 · 1 Comment

Power to Dream

Dreams are powerful … “never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit.” tlb

February 28, 2014 · Leave a comment

A Cool Flowchart to Teach Students How to Cite and Credit Images ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Let’s face it, students have more access to online resources than ever before; thus, the conversation about how best to cite and credit images is becoming even more imperative. The … Continue reading

February 27, 2014 · 5 Comments

11 Virtual Tools for the Math Classroom | Edutopia

I do not know about you but I am always looking for ways to creatively integrate technology into the classroom. The folks at Edutopia have once again provided a great … Continue reading

February 25, 2014 · Leave a comment

Dangers of Focusing Solely on Grading

Originally posted on WJPS Blazer: voice of the students:
by Markella Giannakopoulos, staff reporter Focusing on grades has become a big part of students lives influencing their education as well…

February 24, 2014 · 4 Comments

What Happens to Teachers during the School Year?

I discovered an amazingly funny visual of what happens to teachers during the school year. Pace yourself … the last day of school is around the corner. tlb Source 

February 24, 2014 · Leave a comment

Is Your Toxic Environment Leading To Toxic Behaviors?

Originally posted on DCulberhouse:
In toxic, dysfunctional environments people will seek their own safety and best interests…no matter how great the vision of the organization. Trust is not a by-product…

February 22, 2014 · Leave a comment