I spent the day with state and county leaders from all across Florida. I love the work of helping to improve outcomes for all students. So much to be thankful for!

We have great jobs! Chris Chaplin

My 11 year old emptied his book bag today…the results. Proud dad moment.

Happy Easter! I hope you all have had a great day.

The sign of maturity is a person who will effortlessly do what Jesus would do in their place.-Dallas Willard Love this quote. Working on it daily.

Instead of talking about reading BY 3rd grade, we should be focusing on reading IN 1st grade. We know how to make this happen and what to do when it’s not.

Today, Kaleb Watkins and I wrapped up Cohort 2 of @FCRR’s Literacy Coach program! It’s been an enriching honor to exploring #literacy and #coaching with this group of educators for the past few months!

“The greatest gift life has to offer is the opportunity to work hard at work worth doing.” - T. Roosevelt #jOURney | #GoGators

Day One of the NEFEC Leadership Conference was awesome, featuring Todd Whitaker as the key note speaker and some other critical breakout sessions! Kaleb Watkins #literacy #teaching

Uncle Larry had a big week! Love this stat.

In our classrooms, we need to have both high expectations and affection. Our students deserve both!

“The word says who Jesus is, He’s knocking on the door, all you gotta do is get up.” This is a powerful story told by Saints linebacker Demario Davis. A must watch!

Anyone interested in writing Pre-K to 2nd grade assessment questions? bit.ly/3NbZhdB

Congrats Kade, Charlotte and Palmer. All the best!

It takes what it takes to be a great teacher. It is equal parts art and science. Instructional materials are tools and not a substitute for great pedagogy.

For the rest of the week, 1200 Florida educators will be collaborating and learning. Can’t wait to present on planning literacy lessons that help all kids. Summer Literacy Institute is here!

Complete CHS bias here, but Jaden Robinson has earned more snaps! Love to see it.

Selling 1 ticket for FL/GA. Message me if interested.

Bring your own JOY!

Senior Ty Evans on the Florida program: “It’s meant everything…I got a college degree from the University of Florida, I met the woman I’m going to marry at the University of Florida, I got a chance to compete for National Championship two times, it’s been unbelievable. I