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Failure – Not a Weakness

Without failure we accomplish nothing.

November 7, 2015 · 1 Comment

Set Your Own Path

It is important to stay true to what you believe. Only then can you stay on your path.

July 5, 2015 · 1 Comment

A Model of Perseverance

Ballerina, Misty Copeland, is making history in Washington, DC tonight as a soloist with the American Ballet Theatre. Her presence on stage in Swan Lake is more than just historic. Copeland’s turn on stage serves as a model of perseverance for millions of young women.

April 10, 2015 · 2 Comments

Principalaim Fall Top 8

As we inch closer and closer to the end of the year, I’d like to send a thank you to the principalaim community for visiting and sharing content with friends and … Continue reading

November 17, 2014 · Leave a comment

Taking Healthy Risks

Why is it so important to learn to take healthy risks? It is important because great things happen when you step outside of your comfort zone. Let’s not only teach our … Continue reading

August 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

Essential Lesson

What do you gain when you win or lose? As long as you are learning; you gain everything. tlb Source

July 28, 2014 · Leave a comment

A Piece of the Grit Puzzle

Like so many, I, too, have been looking for concrete ways to define grit for my students. As I see it, grit is: courage, perseverance, determination, heart, passion, and dedication. … Continue reading

July 4, 2014 · Leave a comment

Confidence Starts With You!

I discovered this great photo on Twitter. It is a reminder that faith in yourself is where true confidence begins.  tlb Source 

June 23, 2014 · Leave a comment

Growth Through Effort

This is a great reminder that in order to get better and grow in any undertaking, you must practice. Nothing comes without diligent and dedicated effort. tlb   Source Source

June 18, 2014 · 2 Comments

Life Lesson

Make this a major part of your lesson planning each day. tlb Source

April 13, 2014 · Leave a comment