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"You can't teach a child to swim by taking him out of the pool"

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"You can't teach a child to swim by taking him out of the pool"

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Amy Cuddy: Your body language may shape who you are

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(NOTE: Some of the findings presented in this talk have been referenced in an ongoing debate among social scientists about robustness and reproducibility. Read "Criticisms & updates" below for more details as well as Amy Cuddy's response.) Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves.

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One of my colleagues consistently says to me, "I'm so sick of this inflated grading!" Now I have a response, thanks to Tom Hierck...

I will respond, "I taught brilliantly! And when the kids didn't get it, I taught some more! HERE IS MY EVIDENCE!"

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Relationships +
Data Analysis +
Assessment Design =
Successful Students

"IT MUST START WITH RELATIONSHIPS!"

Tom Hierck

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"It’s not just the easy-to-reach, easy-to-teach kids! It’s about ALL KIDS!"

Tom Hierck

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If not you, then who...

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matthew west do something - Google Search

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0I2csO7_pOI Matthew West "Do Something" Buy Matthew West's new album "Into the Light" on iTunes ...

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Significant 72

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Throughout the history of education we've heard about the importance of the three R's (even though only one of the words actually starts with an R!) as the foundation of good schooling. As the last long weekend of summer break is upon us and every student will be in classes next week, I think it's time to focus on the one R that really drives the success of any school and helps every student reach their full potential - relationships.

The past two weeks have seen me work with educators in Barrington IL, Listuguj QC, Richland Hills TX, Brussels WI, and Oglala SD (I'm guessing many of you have not been to two of these places) and each place is doing some great work with students. As we collectively created plans for each school's next first step, we kept coming back to the most important R. It is the building of relationships with every student that propels them to higher levels of success. The model of the Significant 72 (first three days of school spent focused on relationship building) that began in SD 68 in Woodridge, IL provided strong evidence of the efficacy of this approach. Having every student knowing they have an adult champion in their school is powerful stuff. And here's an added bonus - it also improved the relationships for the adults.

One of the things I've learned after 30 years as an educator is that the kids that challenge us the most, need us the most. They may not be able to articulate that need or may even give signals that indicate the opposite. It's often a function of the layers of hurt or worse, which insulate them from pain but also make it challenging for the compassionate and caring educator to break through.

Our focus, as another school year gets underway, should be to have every student know that at least one adult in the building will be there for them. Welcome back!

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There's Really Only One R to Focus On...

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Throughout the history of education we've heard about the importance of the three R's (even though only one of the words actually starts with an R!) as the foundation of good schooling.

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Great teachers have classrooms where NOTHING happens randomly. It is INTENTIONAL...it just appears random.

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Great teachers have classrooms where NOTHING happens randomly. It is INTENTIONAL...it just appears random.

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"We're TEACHERS, not WARDENS!"

Tom Schimmer

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Farmington Municipal Schools does not discriminate nor tolerate harassment on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or pregnancy in its educational programs, services or activities, or in its hiring or employment practices; and it will take immediate action to eliminate such harassment, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects.

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“Expectations about the likelihood of eventual success determine the amount of effort people are willing to put in. Those who are convinced that they can be successful in carrying out the actions required for a successful outcome - who have the self-efficacy -  are likely to try harder and persist longer when they face obstacles.”

Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Author of Confidence
(Presented by Tom Schimmer)

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Mindset & literacy...

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We are no longer a school faculty; we are a national faculty as we work together to take care of our students.

During this uncertain time, teachers should not feel isolated! On a normal school day, when we need ideas and resources, we knock each other's classroom doors. So I'm hosting "Morning Meeting" webinars to give us an opportunity to knock on each other's doors and share our resources and experiences. At each meeting, a special guest will share their expertise and provide support as we transition, as a nation, to eLearning as the primary medium for teaching and learning.

Providing valuable, budget-friendly resources is the best way for me to give back to YOU and this entire community of like-minded educators.

My guests and I appreciate how educators are rising to the challenge and we certainly appreciate the kind words you're sending our way.

"Thank you for being a first responder for teachers."
- Gerri Settoon, LRA State Coordinator

"Juicy at home learning for teachers! I love it and appreciate what you guys are providing us during these CRAZY times."
- Letitia Scott, Literacy Teacher, Chicago

"We all appreciate your efforts in guiding us through our distance learning experience and into the unknown, moving forward."
- W. Kaye Kaetzel, ESL Teacher

Tell your colleagues. Everyone is welcome at the Morning Meetings.K-3 teachers can come along, too. The Engaging Learners team and I specialize in 4-12 education (the big kids!) but many of our tips and strategies also work for primary grade teachers and their students.

Don't forget to use #MorningMeeting when you post on social media. You'll want to stay in the loop for breaking news and giveaways.

Scroll to the bottom of this page to sign up for my email newsletters.

Thanks for everything you're doing for students,
Katie

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During this uncertain time, teachers should not feel isolated! On a normal school day, when we need ideas and resources, we knock each other's classroom doors. So I'm hosting "Morning Meeting" webinars to give us an opportunity to knock on each other's doors and share our resources and experiences.

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"Grade inflation is common in the classrooms of great teachers because kids try harder, they care more, they learn what they are supposed to learn!"

Todd Whitaker

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"Great people compare themselves to people less fortunate than them. Average people compare themselves to people more fortunate than them!"

Todd Whitaker

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A must do!

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"The worst teachers blame the students! The best teachers are willing to accept responsibility!"

Todd Whitaker

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Most of us have no idea what's really going on inside our heads. Yet brain scientists have uncovered details every business leader, parent, and teacher should know-like the need for physical activity to get your brain working its best.

How do we learn? What exactly do sleep and stress do to our brains? Why is multi-tasking a myth? Why is it so easy to forget-and so important to repeat new knowledge? Is it true that men and women have different brains?

In Brain Rules, Dr. John Medina, a molecular biologist, shares his lifelong interest in how the brain sciences might influence the way we teach our children and the way we work. In each chapter, he describes a brain rule-what scientists know for sure about how our brains work-and then offers transformative ideas for our daily lives.

Medina's fascinating stories and infectious sense of humor breathe life into brain science. You'll learn why Michael Jordan was no good at baseball. You'll peer over a surgeon's shoulder as he proves that most of us have a Jennifer Aniston neuron. You'll meet a boy who has an amazing memory for music but can't tie his own shoes.
You will discover how:
Every brain is wired differently
Exercise improves cognition
We are designed to never stop learning and exploring
Memories are volatile
Sleep is powerfully linked with the ability to learn
Vision trumps all of the other senses
Stress changes the way we learn

In the end, you'll understand how your brain really works-and how to get the most out of it.

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Most of us have no idea what's really going on inside our heads. Yet brain scientists have uncovered details every business leader, parent, and teacher should know-like the need for physical activity to get your brain working its best.How do we learn? What exactly do sleep and stress do to our brains?

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Connecting with students leads to higher academic success and lower discipline and classroom issues.

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Search it on Pinterest to gain many ideas on how to get our learners to have more meaningful and engaging discussions with in groups. (Participation Diamond)

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spend the first 72 hours ( three days) of a school year, getting to know your learners.

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Says Cake Birk & Vicky

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Learners can pause, rewind, watch ME again!

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“In our offices and our classrooms we have way too much compliance and way too little engagement. The former might get you through the day, but the latter will get you through the night.”
Daniel Pink

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The more reflective we are, the more effective we are.