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Never “Just a Teacher”

When you need an extra lift next week, remember you and Superman have a lot in common: influence, kindness, and tremendous strength. tlb  picture source @GustafsonBrad

January 5, 2014 · 2 Comments

The Innovative Classroom

The Innovative Classroom Innovation – a word that seems to be losing some of its punch in the business world might just be gaining real momentum in the world of … Continue reading

January 4, 2014 · Leave a comment

When Looking for a Hero …

Attention all teachers and administrators: when you need a hero take a really close look in the mirror. This is such a great reminder anytime of the school year. tlb … Continue reading

January 4, 2014 · Leave a comment

Putting Students First

What a great way to start the New Year – focusing on making education better by putting students first. Like so many of my peers in education, we constantly struggle … Continue reading

January 4, 2014 · 4 Comments

Principalaim Top 13 Blog Posts of 2013

No one could have told me how much fun I would have starting my own blog last year. Principalaim has grown in a very short time thanks to the tremendous … Continue reading

January 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

You Are Here To Do Great Things

Here is another motivational post from one of my favorite bloggers. In the new year, remember you are here to do great things. Stay focused and don’t let obstacles get … Continue reading

December 28, 2013 · Leave a comment

Essential Qualities Not Easily Measured by Tests

I found this great picture on twitter this morning. Wish these were the main qualities used to measure a quality education. tlb

December 28, 2013 · 1 Comment

The Windy City Takes A Leap: Innovators in the Field of Computer Science

It seems the city of Chicago has decided to take the leap moving forward with plans that for some may seem hasty and for others won’t seem hasty at all. … Continue reading

December 28, 2013 · Leave a comment

The Year of the Code | Edutopia

7 Apps for Teaching Children Coding Skills | Edutopia. During this year’s Computer Science Education Week (December 9-15) educators were asked to devote one hour to coding within the classroom. … Continue reading

December 25, 2013 · Leave a comment

What Motivates Us?

I love using principalaim to highlight an educational perspective that I share or that I am wrestling with. Today’s “Read This Now!” features Daniel Pink’s RSA Animate YouTube talk, Drive: The Surprising Truth … Continue reading

December 24, 2013