In this 60-second strategy, kids practice giving and receiving constructive peer feedback with a simple 3-step activity.

Kindness counts! 🧡

Powerful! 🧡

Teaching is a relationship based profession. This is why our Impersonal Evaluation System of teachers is highly ineffective. We need aspirational conversations instead: Are we utilizing your strengths What do you need from us How can we help you achieve professional goals etc.

Because Title 1 discussions seem to be popping up: So a reminder. Students aren't title 1 Schools receive title 1 funds Language matters

So true! 🍿

Develop good habits instead of traditions; foster inclusive student leadership. Here’s how one leader reassessed school culture over the 2022 summer break. edutopia.org/article/3-key-…

Either increase teacher salaries OR change the system around and require less from them. You don’t get to require a masters degree, demand a bunch of work and then assume the profession is sustainable…especially when one is disrespected.

Teachers, never take for granted the incredible role our effective principals and assistant principals play in shaping our schools. They are the thermostat, providing guidance, support, encouragement and leadership. They are the difference makers for the difference makers!

We must model vulnerability! 🙌

It's all about connection! 🙌

Here are *4 strategies* for building a classroom community that puts student voice and choice first. 🙌

The first day of school is quickly approaching! Teachers, here are ten important reminders as we mentally and emotionally prepare ourselves for today and the days ahead. 🔹 Many parents are doing the very best they know how to do - not the best they can YET, but the best they

No one’s a master teacher on their first day. Developing a steady, calm demeanor in a fast-moving classroom setting takes time and lots of practice (particularly when students know how to press your buttons). 🧵Thread adapted from this article: edut.to/3KmQCn8 1/14

Every kid deserves to be treated w/ love, dignity & grace. EVERY SINGLE. DAY. No matter what they’ve done. No matter what they’ve said. …No matter how they’ve treated you. Don’t be the person who adds to their trauma by giving up on them. Be their merchant of hope.

Covering the school with positive affirmations for the new year! #onegibson WS/FC Schools