Category Archives: Administration

Teach & Serve V, No. 30 One-on-One February 26, 2020 There are times that we as teachers and administrators feel we must “grab” someone as we see them – in the hallway or at lunch or the like – because … Continue reading →

Teach & Serve V, No. 29 Is It Getting Hot In Here? February 19, 2020 As a learned friend of mine once said: “Anyone can call the fire department. Leaders are checking the wiring before the spark ever ignites.” I … Continue reading →

Teach & Serve V, No. 28 Students Don’t Fail In February, Teachers Do February 12, 2020 Yes, some students will not meet the standards by which we must judge their performance and, at the end of the day, some will … Continue reading →

Teach & Serve V, No. 27 The Difficult Conversation February 5, 2020 Good leaders know this. They know that engaging in difficult conversations is part of the work of being a leader. They know that putting these conversations off only … Continue reading →

Teach & Serve V, No. 26 Power: Do You Think It’s Yours? January 29, 2020 As teachers and administrators, we must be wary of being too comfortable with our power and must always understand that power is a covenant to … Continue reading →