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⏳ Wait Time: The Silent Catalyst for Deeper Learning In the rush of classroom instruction, it's easy to overlook the power of a simple pause. Research reveals that extending wait time to just 3-5 seconds after posing a question can significantly enhance student responses—making

If this isn’t the question driving your school, it’s time to rewrite the playbook. “How will we get EVERY student there?” because equity without outcomes is just a slogan. #StartWithTheCrown

Proud to support Camp Compassionate this summer - a meaningful partnership with Compassionate Baptist that will serve rising 3rd – 10th graders from our Title I schools, with limited space for others. The camp runs from June 23 to July 11 at Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School.

New post: The Phrases That Keep Us Stuck and What to Do About Them esheninger.blogspot.com/2025/06/the-ph… #edchat #edadmin #edutwitter #teachertwitter #educhat #suptchat #edleadership #disruptivethink #digilead

Today I returned to Creech Road Elementary School to see my first class of 5th graders whom are now graduating high school seniors walk the halls for the Senior Clap-Out. My heart was glad to see them and for them to remember me and tell me what an impact I had on their lives. Tears of joy!

Our 3rd-5th graders were pumped for today's EOG Post Exam Jam Survivor Council. Two lucky students from each grade got to PIE a staff member of their choice! Dr. Chew, Mr. Maulstby, Ms. Oakes, Ms. Ferrara, Ms. Cheney & Ms. Blackmon were the picks for this sweet & messy prize!😄

🚨 Teacher plot twist: You're moving grade levels! Whether you volunteered or were voluntold, switching grade levels comes with challenges. Here’s how to make the transition smoother, smarter, and maybe even exciting. buff.ly/XlwWoEt via The Stellar Teaching Company

Both of my APs are in their final year of the dissertation journey. If you are a middle school principal, please consider participating in this study.

🚨Calling all current, former, or retired middle school principals! I just recently received IRB approval and am starting to collect my data! Your input is needed to aid in my research! Thank you in advance!

Words matter. Let's expose 6️⃣ common education phrases—like “That’s the way we’ve always done it” and “These kids can’t…”—that silently kill innovation. He offers mindset-shifting alternatives rooted in growth, collective efficacy, and purposeful leadership. A must-read for

Student outcomes don’t change until adult behaviors change! Ray Hart Executive Director of the Council of Great City Schools #WeAreDPS #Reset,Refocus,Reignite

“The secret of change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new.” This truly resonated with me during the final keynote address of the 2025 National National Forum Conference. Thank you President Martinrex Kedziora, Ed.D. for sharing your story!

Great teachers don’t guess, they observe, plan, and respond with purpose. This is what intentional teaching looks like.

This 💯🙌❤️

Imagine if Chick-fil-A lowered their standards based on the neighborhood, they’d never do it. So why do we calibrate expectations based on the “type” of students we serve? Excellence should be non-negotiable.

So excited to have Mrs. Culpepper join the Tiger family! She’s bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience.

So excited to welcome Mrs. Augustus to the Tiger Family!

I'm very excited about the energy and impact Ms. Irvin will bring to the team!