A lovely principal, beautiful children, and a wildly talented group of educators. I needed today! PS 249 The Caton School #collectiveefficacy Corwin

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He killed a BABY elephant! Hunting co is Charlton McCallum Hunting Safaris. Owner is Buzz Charlton. Professional hunter is Max Delezenne, trophy hunter is Mike Jines, the owner of TopGen Energy. Email address for JINES is: [email protected]. Let him know what u think RT

Multicultural Festival-Respect for All at PS 249 #Collegebeginsinprek

Grade 5 published graphic novels #Collegebeginsinprek #[email protected] #writtenbyhand #tcrwp

Small reading groups in K-3 literacy can spell big wins for students, says researcher Nell K. Duke. bit.ly/2RUnCXt

There will never be enough time for teachers to accomplish all they need to at team meetings, but you can maximize what time they do have. bit.ly/2ln7DF1

Some light beach reading 🏖

Set a schoolwide goal of a 4:1 "positive-negative" ratio, says one principal. This gets adults out of the habit of looking for what's wrong & helps us to be more intentional about "catching" students doing the right things. bit.ly/2PyLGBu

Dear Teachers: A Plea Today I had a mom & daughter in buying books. The daughter desprately wanted a graphic novel but mom refused. "Honey I'm sorry but your teacher said I shouldn't let you read those anymore, they're too easy. She wants me to challenge you." The result...(1/2)

The teachers that are the most effective in the classroom are the ones that believe they play the most important role in the learning of their students. They do not view themselves as victims of bad curriculum, “lazy” students, or unsupportive parents. They just get after it!

More than half of the reading lives of elementary school students happen while teachers work with other children. Guiding practices can help students can grow into independent readers. Lindsey Moses bit.ly/2GeB7Nj

I love research that supports what I already believe. www2.ncte.org/statement/inde…

"Show a people as one thing, as only one thing, over and over again, and that is what they become." — Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Watch the full TED Talk here: t.ted.com/eOUfZEc

We are missing our students!!! Hope they enjoy this.

"Administering lots of practice tests probably isn't useful. But a strategically timed practice assessment can empower students to try harder and learn more." Douglas Fisher Nancy Frey The Power of Practice Assessments: bit.ly/2VFRVF3

Leaders who exhibit authentic optimism have a real impact during difficult times - don’t just talk about the work & the problems that exist - create solutions- lead w/ conviction and confidence but keep a humble spirit about you! Drive people to be their best. #leadershipmatters

Our classrooms are ready to welcome our students!!! 📚✏️✂️🚌🖍#wherecollegebeginsinprek

Recommend professional books for your teachers this summer! 3 to 4 books to read on 8 important topics for teachers. Full 8-page summaries are available for subscribers at themainidea.net