This spring, our MA Fellows in the School Leadership program will share blog posts about their coursework and learning journey. Interested in becoming part of a future cohort? Connect with us here. By: Raven Chapple We were in the final inning. The bases were loaded. The crowd was loud, and the pressure was suffocating. The outcome of the game relied on the decision of the batter at the plate. This was not the time for the […]
Created for Companionship
This spring, our MA Fellows in the School Leadership program will share blog posts about their coursework and learning journey. Interested in becoming part of a future cohort? Connect with us here. By: Katie Fontenot Interestingly, the power of partnership hits the same, regardless of age. It is the power of unity, once a bond has formed, that cannot be denied acting as a bolt of lightning leaving an undeniable mark. The question is how can […]
The Power of “Fist-Bump Diplomacy”
This spring, our MA Fellows in the School Leadership program will share blog posts about their coursework and learning journey. Interested in becoming part of a future cohort? Connect with us here. By: Aidan Busch In my second year of teaching, I faced a difficult class—the kind that quickly gains a reputation and seems intent on living into it. My first-period section of US History students was especially challenging, filled with big personalities, behavior issues, and […]
Bridges not Barriers: How Healthy Communication Can Lead to Cultivating Meaningful Relationships in the Workplace
This spring, our MA Fellows in the School Leadership program will share blog posts about their coursework and learning journey. Interested in becoming part of a future cohort? Connect with us here. By: Peyton Pearson The Importance of Relationships in Education After nearly seven years in education, I have found that meaningful relationships are not only crucial to our well-being, but they are necessary to aid in growing our communication and feedback. While a vast majority […]
How to Unearth the Gold in Each Student
This spring, our MA Fellows in the School Leadership program will share blog posts about their coursework and learning journey. Interested in becoming part of a future cohort? Connect with us here. By: Ashley Loaiza In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to quickly judge students. I learned a profound lesson about assumptions when Bella, a student I originally saw as disengaged, revealed a truth that challenged my approach to student wellbeing. Her story has […]