principalaim

Inspiring Educators Who Inspire Future Leaders

Spotlight: Kadir Nelson

If you are not familiar with the work of Kadir Nelson, please keep reading. Known within elementary school circles, Kadir Nelson is an extremely talented artist and illustrator of children’s … Continue reading

February 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

39 Ways to Love Math

There was a gathering of math lovers last week in Baltimore, and the post that I am sharing is an example of the fruits of their labor. There are so … Continue reading

January 26, 2014 · Leave a comment

Finish Strong!

As we begin each academic school year, we do so with lots of hopes and dreams and plenty of nervous energy. However, by the mid-year mark, we still have a … Continue reading

January 20, 2014 · Leave a comment

Grit: The Other 21st Century Skills

Originally posted on User Generated Education:
Due to the interest of my post The Other 21st Skills, I decided to discuss individually each of the skills or dispositions I proposed…

January 19, 2014 · Leave a comment

True Grit: The Best Measure of Success and How to Teach It | Edutopia

No matter how often you visit principalaim, there is one concept that I hope you consistently find in my work, and that is the notion that Grit is an essential … Continue reading

January 17, 2014 · Leave a comment

The Minecraft Cell: Biology Meets Game-Based Learning | Edutopia

Like so many educators, I have been watching the evolution of technology in education for over 20 years. From the desktop to laptops to iPad technology, I have been watching … Continue reading

January 15, 2014 · Leave a comment

Kindergartners Explore Through Project Learning | Edutopia

As many schools grapple with the question of student centered (or learner centered) education, Auburn Early Education Center, in Auburn, Alabama has decided to put words into action. Using a … Continue reading

January 10, 2014 · 1 Comment

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

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