My BAD

How Far Are You Willing to Go to Be a ‘Good Teacher’ and How Far Is Too Far? Aug 02, 2021

“I really wanted to be a ‘good teacher’ so I said yes to almost every request just to get approval.” At the heart of it all was the feeling that “I wasn’t enough,” says Meredith Newlin. Our guest now knows she went too far and believes she’s not alone. As we head into another exceptionally demanding school year, Meredith hopes the lessons she learned will inspire others who are struggling with similar feelings.

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Meredith Newlin is entering her 17th year teaching secondary English. Her passion and purpose are to help motivate and inspire educators to rediscover—and keep— their joy for the teaching profession. She is the author of Captured Fireflies: Truths, Mistakes, And Other Gifts Of Being an English Teacher and Freed To Teach: 7 Keys To Thrive In an Era Of Uncertainty. She is also the creator of The Transformed Teacher podcast as well as a variety of workshops, online courses, and programs for teachers. She also coaches teachers who want to finish and launch their own books.

Pandemic Lesson 3: The Single Best Response When Virtual School Isn’t Working Mar 04, 2021

I’ve made many mistakes while overseeing pandemic learning in my district. Among them, I’ve found that too often I jump to hasty conclusions when teaching and learning are not happening as expected. Over the last year, I’ve learned the single most important thing I can do when virtual school isn’t working.

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Dr. Neil Gupta is the Director of Secondary Education for Worthington City Schools and Past-President of the Ohio Association of Secondary Schools Administrators Association. He co-moderates #ohedchat and #leadupchat, and he writes blogs for BAM! Radio Network.

Pandemic Lesson #2: I Pushed My Teachers Too Hard; In Fact, I Pushed Some Over the Edge Feb 08, 2021

I was eager to catch up and move our teachers and school forward despite the ongoing pandemic. Regretfully, I was out of touch with what my teachers were going through and I pushed too hard.

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Benjamin Kitslaar is the principal of West Side Elementary School. He started his career teaching 4th and 5th grade and has been in administration for the last nine years. He's a husband to his wife, Sarah, and father to two beautiful girls, who keep him busy!

What I Learned From the Mistake I Made During Pandemic Teaching and Learning Jan 30, 2021

I had been teaching for over 30 years and thought I had seen it all. Then the pandemic hit and I discovered that I was uniquely ill-prepared.

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Frank Stepnowski is a 25-year English teacher and three (soon to be four) time published author. He’s taught everything from special education to gifted & talented from the 9th to 12th grade levels. His books are Why Are All the Good Teachers Crazy, S.C.R.E.W.E.D., An Educational Fairytale, Teaching Sucks, But We Love It (a little insight into the profession you THINK you know,) and Why Are All the Good Teachers Angry.

I Learned That Communication Is Better Than Control Sep 03, 2019

Keeping control of the classroom is essential. Join us as Paul shares how he learned firsthand that communication is superior to control in his classroom.
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Paul O'Neill is an educational game-changer from New Jersey who uses the power of inquiry and reflection to shatter the status quo.

My Teacher Found a Way to Reach Me... Aug 29, 2019

Sharing your story helps your students connect with you; however, our guest held back and as a result, damaged the relationship with a student.
In this episode, we find how sharing your personal story can help students know that you care.
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Basil Marin, Ed.S., is an Assistant Principal at Churchland High School with Portsmouth Public Schools in Portsmouth, Virginia. Marin believes wholeheartedly that he was placed on this earth to help at-risk youth who have the mentality that they will never amount to anything. He also believes all students are capable of learning and all students have the right to an equitable education.

What Could Classroom Teachers Possibly Learn From Non-Teachers? Jun 08, 2019

So I tweeted, 'There are a lot of people who have never been a classroom teacher telling teachers what to do." I expected a lot of agreement. I was surprised by the response.
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Kyle Hamstra teachs fifth grade math and science at Davis Drive Elementary for fourteen years. crafting learning experiences as a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) specialist.
He is a 2016 ASCD Emerging Leader, a member of the Wake Science Core Leadership Team, and a member of the North Carolina Digital Leaders Coaching Network.

I Had a Fixed Mindset about Grading and It Hurt My Student May 27, 2019

I brought so many assumptions about teaching into my classroom and one day I saw how one of those assumptions hurt one of my students.
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Catlin Tucker is a Google Certified Innovator, bestselling author, international trainer, and keynote speaker. Catlin is currently working as an education consultant and blended learning coach while pursuing her doctorate at Pepperdine University. er, Keynote Speaker & Bestselling Author and author of several books. including Power Up Blended Learning: A Professional Learning Infrastructure to Support Sustainable Change.

My Student Warned Me, I Did Not Listen May 12, 2019

I was so focused on my lesson and my agenda that I failed to heed a student's need for help.
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Mike Roberts has taught middle school English for the past twenty years. In that time, he has received numerous awards for his outstanding teaching, including being named the 2014 Utah English Teacher of the Year.
Mike's most recent book is titled Chasing Greatness: 26.2 Ways Teaching is Like Running a Marathon.

I Assumed Fathers Were Not Interested In Their Kids Schooling Apr 20, 2019

I was ignorant and I assumed that dads didn't want to come to school to support their kid's education. Then I met Jason.
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In 2009 Linebacker Dad (Joe Smith) was awarded Father of The Year, recognized by an agency in Sacramento, CA and the state of California. Youth Development and Parent Involvement, which is LineBackerDAD’s gift. LineBackerDAD creates positive opportunities in schools, school districts and communities. LineBackerDAD, a K-12 education “Swiss Army Knife.” Follow the movement…

I Thought I Was Only There to Support Students Mar 09, 2019

I learned the hard way that my job extended beyond providing support for students. I eventually realized that I'm part of a team.
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Hans Appel has worked as a counselor in the Richland School District for the past 18 years and at Enterprise Middle School since it opened. In 2018, EMS was awarded the ASCD Whole Child Award for the State of Washington and the Global “Class Act Award” for creating a culture of excellence through kindness, service, and empathy. Recently, Hans launched his own blog about School Culture and this fall rolled out a student-led leadership podcast called Award Winning Culture: Hosted by Wildcat Nation.

I Was Afraid of A Student, So I Did Not Give Him My Best Feb 24, 2019

When a new student changed the social dynamic in my class, took the easy way out.
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Mandy Froehlich is the Director of Innovation and Technology in Ripon, WI. She also consults, presents and keynotes nationally on teacher engagement, edtech, leadership, and climate & culture. She is the author of The Fire Within and Divergent EDU, a national speaker, co-host of Teachers' Aid.

I Am a Teacher, I Expected to Do Much Better Feb 18, 2019

I thought I was ready for my first presentation. I expected to do well, but I didn't.
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Tara Martin is an enthusiastic educator, speaker, and author of Be REAL: Educate From the Heart.
Her ambition is to lead a culture of innovative change and to motivate others to become the best they can be, all while staying REAL--Relatable Exposing Vulnerability
Always Approachable, and Learning Through Life.

I Was Overzealous: This Tough Lesson Taught Me to Meet People Where They Are Jan 26, 2019

I was so excited about what I had just learned and couldn't wait to share the ideas with my peers and staff. However, I discovered that there is a right way to do it and a wrong way.
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Jennifer Hogan has been a high school teacher, coach, assistant principal, and principal, and not always in that order. She is currently an assistant principal at Hoover High School, the largest, most diverse high school in Alabama. Jennifer relentlessly advocates for students, believes that we all have to fail our way to success, and knows that every child needs at least one adult that he or she can depend on.

I Left My Compassion at the Classroom Door and Discouraged a Student Jan 05, 2019

I was inflexible, detached, and demanded compliance from my students until crushed a student's vision for her future.
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Barbara Bray is a Creative Learning Strategist at Rethinking Learning and is founder/owner of My eCoach that are both divisions of her company, Computer Strategies, LLC. Barbara is a writer, coach, change agent, risk-taker, instructional designer, connector, and believer in magical things happening in learning. She is past co-founder of Personalize Learning, LLC and is the co-author of both books, Make Learning Personal and How to Personalize Learning.

I Didn't Want to Show Weakness, So I Ignored My Internal Cues Dec 03, 2018

I was feeling deep dissonance, but I wasn't acknowledging that I needed to make a change. I eventually hit a tipping point.
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Sarah Johnson is passionate about leadership and helping educators thrive in their work. She has been an English teacher, building principal, and author. Due to a recent calling to pursue spreading her message to masses, Sarah has taken a leap into becoming an educational consultant in the areas of balance, resilience, and faithful leadership.
Twitter ID https://twitter.com/sarahsajohnson

I Failed to Recognize That Every Family Matters Nov 03, 2018

I was trying to do the right thing, but in the process, I mishandled a parent
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Nathaniel Provencio is the principal of Minnieville Elementary in Prince William County, VA. He is the 2017 Washington Post Principal of the Year and a featured writer and presenter on family engagement.

I Mishandled a Conflict with My Colleague Oct 28, 2018

Instead of confronting the conflict with my colleague, I essentially withdrew my support and stopped collaborating.
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Dennis Griffin serves as the principal of Prairie Elementary School and is pursuing his doctoral studies in Educational Leadership at Cardinal Stritch University. Dennis is a servant leader that seeks to build collaborative cultures that enhance the future for ALL students, educators, and communities at large.

I Did the Right Things, but I Felt Guilty Oct 23, 2018

I'm constantly feeling guilty about not having the perfectly balanced life.
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Dr. Melissa Nixon has been dedicated to her work in education for over 20 years. She has served schools in central North Carolina as a teacher, assistant principal, principal and district level administrator. Dr. Nixon serves on the Phi Delta Kappa International Board of Directors and is also an adjunct professor at High Point University. As mother of two, she used her experiences in schools and life to co-author Powerful Parent Partnerships.

I Was Unsupportive of My School Leadership Oct 13, 2018

I'm in leadership now and I understand more clearly how unsupportive I was when I was not.
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Amy Fast is an assistant principal at McMinnville High School in McMinnville, Oregon and author of It's the Mission, Not the Mandates. Amy is a committed educator and passionate commentator on public education in America.

I Shamed a Student in Front of the Entire Class Oct 10, 2018

Sometimes when we feel drained, our worst reactions surface. On this day, I felt disrespected and I mishandled my student.
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Sherri Spelic teaches Elementary Physical Education at an international school in Vienna, Austria. She blogs at edifiedlister.blog and hosts the publication "Identity, Education and Power on Medium.com.

I Thought I Knew What Was Happening: I Was Clueless Sep 29, 2018

I punished a veteran teacher for missing a professional development session. I thought I understood what was happening. I didn't.
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Megan Morgan is a Lead Support Teacher for Davenport Community School District, which means she supports teachers in leadership roles in their school. Megan blogs about her journey as a wife, mom, teacher and food adventurer at mrsmeganmorgan.wordpress.com

I Judged, Labeled, and Gave Up On a Student: I Was Wrong Sep 22, 2018

When one of my students refused to take an advanced course, I lost faith in him and expressed it. I realized later how my response impacted his life.
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Jon Bergmann is a globally respected active learning thought leader. His twelve books are translated into 13 languages and have sold over 100,000 copies. Jon received the Presidential Award for Teaching Excellence and has traveled over 700,000 miles helping educators and school systems learn how to reach every student, in every classroom, every day. He spent 24 years as a science teacher before becoming a district technology facilitator.

Wrestling with Me, My Feelings, and Self Doubt Sep 01, 2018

I struggle with self-doubt, worry, and fear. I haven't been able to overcome these, but here's what I've learned about how to manage them.
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Kara Knollmeyer is a school administrator in St. Louis, MO and the author of Unleash Talent: Bringing Out the Best in Yourself and the Learners You Serve.

I Mastered Starting Things, But Too Often Failed to Finish Aug 18, 2018

I was trying to do so many things at once that I became known as the guy who often didn't deliver what he promised.
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Dr. Todd Schmidt is the grateful principal at Harbor View Elementary in Corona del Mar, CA. A proud husband and father, in his spare time, he likes reading, exercising, playing golf badly, and being a long-suffering San Diego Chargers and Padres fan!

I Thought I Was Okay Until I Blew Up with Our New Principal Aug 05, 2018

I was always the youngest teacher in my school and the other teachers seemed to have it all together. I wanted my peers to think that I was a great teacher.
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Daniel Jones is a middle school social studies and reading/language arts teacher. He is a Master Flip Educator and has been teaching in the classroom for the past 13 years. He is an FLGI International Faculty Member, Master Flip Educator, and author of Flipped 3.0 Project Based Learning: An Insanely Simple Guide. He earned his master's degree from the American College of Education in the area of Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Digital Teaching and Learning.

I Was Too Focused on "Appearing" to Be a Great Teacher Jul 30, 2018

I was always the youngest teacher in my school and the other teachers seemed to have it all together. I wanted my peers to think that I was a great teacher.
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Daniel Jones is a middle school social studies and reading/language arts teacher. He is a Master Flip Educator and has been teaching in the classroom for the past 13 years. He is an FLGI International Faculty Member, Master Flip Educator, and author of Flipped 3.0 Project Based Learning: An Insanely Simple Guide. He earned his master's degree from the American College of Education in the area of Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Digital Teaching and Learning.

I Failed to Make My Expectations Clear, and It Got Ugly Jul 23, 2018

I didn't take the time to build relationships and set expectations which led to a big disconnect with my team.
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Sanée Bell is a middle school principal and an adjunct professor in Houston, TX. Sanée is passionate about authentic, purposeful learning for students and teachers, and she also has a strong passion for leadership and its impact on teacher engagement, student learning, and school culture.

I Thought My Job Was To Support Students, Not Teachers Jul 14, 2018

It's all about the kiddos, right? I was devastated when I didn't get promoted because I put students first. Eventually, I saw the light.
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Danny Steele has been in public education for 25 years, the last 7 as a principal. He is currently principal of Thompson Sixth Grade Center in a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama.

Defiant Student: I Won the Power Struggle, But Lost the Relationship Jul 08, 2018

When my student became defiant, I decided to put him in his place. I thought I won the power struggle. I didn't.
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Jake Habegger is an 8th Grade Flipped Mastery History Teacher whose goal is to invigorate student learning by meeting them where they are by using technology. Jake is a founding member of the International Faculty with the Flipped Learning Global Initiative (FLGI) and is also one of the “Top 100 K-12 Teachers Leading Flipped Learning Worldwide.”

I Made a Big Thing Out of a Small Thing Jun 23, 2018

I'm a pretty easy going guy who typically doesn't sweat the small stuff, but on this day I did.
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Brian Kulak is the Chief Academic Officer of a K-12 district in NJ. Before that, he taught high school English and journalism for 15 years. He is the founder of leveluplead.com, a teaching and leadership blog and was a featured speaker at NCTE/CEL and ECET2NJPA, and has written for Edutopia and Educational Viewpoints.

I Was Hearing, But I Wasn't Listening to the Voices That Mattered Jun 09, 2018

I was a superintendent elected to lead. I considered my election a mandate and chose not to listen to those who didn't vote for me. This was one of the biggest mistakes I've made in my career.
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Jay Eitner is the 2015 Educators Choice National Superintendent of the Year, believing in hiring the best getting people what they need, and getting out of the way. He is an author, speaker, and educational gamer.

Listening to Understand Instead of Listening to Respond May 26, 2018

The conflict with my colleague spun out of control because I was more focused on making my point than hearing what she had experienced.
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Rich Czyz is author of The Four O’Clock Faculty: A ROGUE Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development and Co-Founder of the Four O’Clock Faculty Blog. He is an Elementary Principal in New Jersey and is passionate about engaging all stakeholders in meaningful and relevant learning opportunities.

I Took Disciplinary Action with a Student that Was Too Extreme May 19, 2018

I may have profoundly changed a student's life, but not for the better. I believe I was overly punitive.
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Joshua Stamper is an assistant principal at Renner Middle School in Plano, TX and I have been an administrator for 5 years and in education for 13. I am the host of the podcast, “Aspire: The leadership Development podcast” and contributor to the Passion Project blog.

I Was Trying to Prove Myself, But I Came Off As Insecure May 12, 2018

I was so focused on trying to prove myself that I didn't see how I was impacting how my peers and administrators perceived my actions.
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Andrea Stringer is a professional learning coach, who believes that an educator's professional learning should be personalised and empowering. Her active involvement on social media and the TeachMeet movement has provided her with the opportunity to connect with local and international professional

I Loved Teaching, But I Let Others Define Success for Me Apr 28, 2018

I gave up doing what I loved to chase success on other people's terms. Finally, I realized that I needed to pursue what I am meant to do.
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Robyn Jackson is the CEO of Mindsteps Inc. a professional development firm for k12 Educators. She's the author of 10 books and the host of the podcast School Leadership Reimagined.

I Made a Flip Comment to a Veteran Teacher, Bad Move Apr 21, 2018

I was a new teacher, a young teacher, and new to the school when I made a comment that changed everything.
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Andrew Sharos is the Assitant Principal at West Leyden near Chicago. He is the author of All 4s and 5s, Amazon's #1 selling book in gifted education. The book outlines strategies for teaching and leading Advanced Placement and is told through student narratives.

I Failed to Bring Others to the Table When It Mattered Most Apr 17, 2018

We often talk about the importance of getting buy-in on school programs and projects. I didn't get that memo.
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Derek Rhodenizer, Academic Director of Westoboro Academy in Ottawa. Derek runs the "beyond the Staffroom" podcast on a variety of schows found on Voiced Radio. He is a specialist in exceptionalities, who sees exploration of technology as a means to both engage students and accomplish learning objectives.

I Walked in with My Clipboard: I Forgot What It Was like to... Apr 07, 2018

I've been on the other side of teacher evaluations, but I found myself doing the very things I detested when I became an instructional technology coach.
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Mason Mason is an educator in Dallas, TX. He works as an Education Technology National Instructor at EdTechTeacher, and he is currently pursuing his doctorate in education at Southern Methodist University.

I Allowed Unresolved Issues to Accumulate, Then Boom... Mar 31, 2018

I discovered that unresolved issues can have, and explosive impact if left to fester.
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Mark French is a 36-year educator with 21 years as an elementary school principal. He serves as past president of the Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association and loves being connected to become a better principal.

I Prejudged a Parent and Assumed the Worst, I Was Wrong Mar 24, 2018

Because I had prior experience with a parent I was sure that I understood her motivations. I learned an important lesson when I discovered I was wrong. Follow: @jonHarper70bd @DevonBeck365 @bamradionetwork Devon Beck is a hip hop artist, motivational speaker and a Family & Student Liaison at Sandy Hill Elementary. He has dedicated his life to helping others find purpose and follow their dreams.

I Failed to Gracefully Accept Failure As a Learning Experience Mar 17, 2018

My project failed to turn out as expected. I knew the proper way to respond but I failed to do what I knew I should do.
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Eric Ewald is Amy's husband; Ryne and Olivia’s Dad; a co-founder of the #DadsAsPrincipals movement. Lead learner and chief story teller at Van Allen Elementary a PreK through 6th grade school in North Liberty, Iowa; this is my sixth year as an elementary school principal.

I Continue to Say Yes, When I Should Say No Mar 10, 2018

I feel an unrelenting pressure to please people. The result is that I too often say yes to the requests I receive when I should simply say no. But I continue to struggle with this.
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Angela Maiers has been creating and leading change in education and enterprise for over 25 years. She is a keynote speaker for education conferences, corporate events and innovation summits and the author of six books, and the founder of Choose2Matter, a global movement that challenges and inspires students to work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions to social problems.

I Underestimated and Misjudged My Student Mar 02, 2018

I was at the end of my emotional rope. My student wasn't responding the way I wanted and I mentally wrote him off. Then I discovered something about him that I never expected.
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Lindsy Stumpenhorst is a 3-5 grade Principal in Sterling, Illinois at Washington Elementary School. She expects her staff and students to work hard, but never alone.

I Tried to Change Everything Immediately, It Was My Way Or... Feb 16, 2018

I was young, I was new to leadership and I was rigid. I demanded performance overnight without offering support and ran into a wall. Here's how I turned my leadership, my school and my career around.
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Over his 19 years in education, Dr. Josue Falaise has been a teacher, vice principal, principal and chief academic officer (CAO). He is currently the founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Gomo Educational Services, LLC, @gomoeds.

My Student Embarrassed Me, So I Embarrassed Him, Big Mistake Feb 09, 2018

My student called me a racist. At least, that's what I heard. So I tossed him out of the class. As it turned out I was wrong. Now what?
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LaVonna Roth is an internationally known learning specialist, author, keynote speaker and consultant. LaVonna taught at the elementary and secondary levels for 10 years, is the author of 8 books and is the creator and founder of the Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E.® movement-where every person is committed to finding, fostering and flourishing, his or her skills, talents, and gifts… to illuminate the world.

I Expected Everyone On My Staff to Agree with Me Feb 03, 2018

I was a new principal with years of experience in the classroom and great ideas share. Why didn't all of my staff agree with me? Follow: @jonHarper70bd @jeff_zoul @bamradionetwork Dr. Jeff Zoul currently serves as Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning with Deerfield Public Schools in Illinois. He is the author of Improving Your School One week at a Time and several other books about education.

I Called Out an Education Leader Publicly, Bad Move... Jan 26, 2018

To this day, I still feel remorse about the way I handled one of my first leadership decisions. Later I learned, where I went wrong and how to avoid the mistake in the future.
Winston Sakurai was recently recognized by the National Association of Secondary School Principals as a 2016 National Digital Principal of the Year and by the Hawaii Association of Secondary School Administrators as the 2016 Hawaii State Principal of the Year. Previously he served as Vice Chairperson of the Hawaii State Board of Education.

I Made Students Cry and Parents Mad, I Was Sooooo Misguided Jan 20, 2018

I threw desks and forgot about a student. If you are looking for a powerful example of learning and growing from reflecting on our biggest mistakes this is it.
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Jeffrey Kubiak is a #Kidsfirst Educational Disrupter, mindful leader, visionary, innovative thinker, water nut, problem solver, proud husband and father of two; he's been an educator for over 20 years, after having coached swimming to athletes of all levels. Having made about 16 trillion mistakes in his life, he loves helping kids understand the importance of being wrong, and figuring out a great way to "Right" it.

I Was So Proud of How I Handled a Challenging Student, Then I Discovered... Jan 12, 2018

Managing student behavior can be a challenge. So when I handled a difficult student problem, I was proud. Later I found that my pride was premature.
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Shanna Peeples is 2015 National Teacher of the Year, 2016 NEA Global Fellow, and 14-year English teacher in Title I middle and high schools. Currently Secondary English Language Arts Curriculum Specialist for the Amarillo Independent School District and a co-author of the book: Best Lesson Series: Literature 15 Master Teachers Share What Works.

I Was Focused on the Negativity and the Chaos, Then... Jan 05, 2018

We lost the top leadership in my school and chaos ensued. Instead of stepping up and leading, I melted down. I was introduced to two ideas that turned me around.
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Will Parker is the Executive Director of Oklahoma's Association of Secondary Principals and Oklahoma's Middle Level Education Association. He is the former principal of Skiatook High School, near Tulsa, Oklahoma, and he was Oklahoma's Assistant Principal of the Year in 2012. He is also a blogger, podcast, and author. Resources can be found at williamdparker.com.

I Forgot My Past and Abused My Privilege Dec 21, 2017

I imposed an expectation on my student that I would have realized was inappropriate had I not lost touch with my past.
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Dena Simmons is an educator, activist, and lifelong learner from the Bronx, NY. She currently serves at the director of education at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence.

I Tried to Change My School, Before I Built Trust with the People Dec 14, 2017

I learned through the school of hard knocks that change starts with people first and processes second.
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Naphtali Hoff, PsyD, is President of Impactful Coaching & Consulting and author of "Becoming the New Boss: The New Leader's Guide to Sustained Success". Naphtali became an executive coach and organizational consultant following a career as an educator and school administrator.

To Please My Supervisor, I Sold Out My Values and My Kids Dec 08, 2017

I was being evaluated by my supervisor who wanted "drill and kill." I knew better, but I didn't do better. I sold out my values and my kids. I learned how to quickly handle this conflict.
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Dr. Mary Howard is a leading expert in literacy, presenting seminars as an independent consultant and for the Bureau of Education and Research. She is an educator for more than 30 years, combining years of classroom experience as an elementary grade 1-6 special educator, grade K-12 reading tutor, reading specialist and Reading Recovery teacher and author of several books, including RTI from All Sides: What Every Teacher Needs to Know and Moving Forward with RTI: Reading and Writing Activities for Every Instructional Setting.

I Was Trying to Be Good at Too Many Things Nov 30, 2017

My intentions were good but misguided. I was taking on more and more commitments while becoming increasingly less effective across the board.
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Rob Sahli is an administrator at Ramsey Middle School (6-8) in St. Paul, MN. He works very hard to build meaningful relationships with his scholars and to be a strong leader for the educators in the building. His strong passions lie in equity, servant, and instructional leadership. Rob is a proud, life-long learner.

I Lost It, Became Defensive, and Pulled Out the Sarcasm: Bad Move Nov 18, 2017

Sometimes it's hard to recover with students when you get off on the wrong foot. It's even harder when you take that foot and put it in your mouth.
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Jennifer Gonzalez is editor-in-chief of the Cult of Pedagogy website, where she shares resources and inspiration to help teachers work happier and more effectively and the host of the podcast, Cult of Pedagogy. A National Board Certified Teacher and self-taught technology lover, she is the author of The Teacher's Guide to Tech.

I Was Quietly Seething at a Staff Member, So I Reprimanded Everyone Nov 10, 2017

When I sent a blanket memo to my entire staff, I was actually just avoiding a painful discussion with one staff member. Then I learned...
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Ken Williams is Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Unfold The Soul, a group which trains entrepreneurs, educators, and motivated individuals how to accelerate the achievement of their personal and professional goals. Ken’s background includes a BA from Morehouse College and he also holds a Masters degree in Education from the University of Bridgeport and a Leadership Certificate from the Bowie State University.

I Assumed I Knew My Student, So I Called Her Out: I Was Wrong Nov 03, 2017

I didn't like a students behavior in my classroom. Eventually, I called her out in front of the whole class. Later I learned.... Follow @jonHarper70bd @TrevorMuir @bamradionetwork Trevor Muir is a teacher, speaker, and author of the book, The Epic Classroom: How to Boost Engagement, Make Learning Memorable, and Transform Lives.

I Kept Everything Bottled Up Until It Spilled Out In School Oct 28, 2017

I hid my pain and didn't take time to grieve my loss. I thought I was doing the right thing until one day at school my suppressed emotions unexpectedly surfaced. I realized it was time...
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Alana Stanton is a kindergarten teacher at Mulberry Elementary in Gwinnett County, Georgia. She has taught 13 years teaching K-3 literacy special, first and second grades, and kindergarten. She currently writes a blog called More Than A Lesson where she shares the stories of her classroom and her heart. http://morethanalessonst.blogspot.com

I Realized Too Late that I Failed To Meet My Student's Needs Oct 23, 2017

I was managing my classroom according to my master plan and was pleased with the model. Regretfully, my students felt differently, but I didn't find out until it was too late.
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Dean Shareski is the Community Manager for Discovery Education. He also teaches at Wilkes University. He has been actively pursuing the use and potential ofÂ technology for learning for the past decade.

I Planned The Best Lesson Ever, My Students Hated It Oct 13, 2017

I was committed to being the best teacher possible, so I planned the best lesson ever. My students were not impressed.
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Mark Martin aka @urban_teacher is an outstanding educator with a proven track record of innovative and inspirational teaching. He is committed to providing greater opportunities for young people and providing access to lifelong learning. Mark is a Global Educator and is highly skilled in delivering bespoke training courses. His passion to motivate & encourage learners to reach their full potential is contagious.

My Ego Undermined My Ability to Learn and Grow Oct 05, 2017

When my colleague disagreed with me my ego took over. I missed a great opportunity to learn and grow.
Follow @jonHarper70bd @rickhess99 @bamradionetworkFrederick "Rick" M. Hess is resident scholar and director of education policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute. He has authored influential books on education including The Same Thing Over and Over, Education Unbound, Common Sense School Reform, Revolution at the Margins, and Spinning Wheels, and pens the Education Week blog “Rick Hess Straight Up.”

Moments in My Teaching Career I Wish I Could Take Back Sep 29, 2017

It can be painful, but instructive to think about some of the missteps we made in our careers in education. Our guest shares a few she wishes she could erase and the lessons she learned from them.
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Pernille Ripp is a 7th grade teacher in Oregon, WI. She is also creator of the Global Read Aloud Project, Co-founder of EdCamp MadWI, and believer in all children. She is the author of Passionate Readers: The Art of Reaching and Engaging Every Child.

I thought I Was a Better Teacher than a Colleague, and I Expressed It Sep 22, 2017

I felt contempt for one of my peers for some time. One day I let those feeling show and learned a big lesson from the experience.
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Danny "Sunshine" Bauer is the founder of Better Leaders Better Schools and runs mastermind groups to support leadership growth. His podcast is at betterleadersbetterschools.com

I Forgot ... Sep 15, 2017

I was so busy that I forgot something very small, but very important.
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Amy Heavin is the principal/lead learner at Ryan Park Elementary School in Angola, Indiana. Amy is the mom of three growing boys, as well as the wife of Angola High School's principal.

I thought that Being Myself Would Be Unacceptable, So I... Sep 08, 2017

I was on my way to burnout as I tried to be somebody I'm not.
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Dr. Adolph Brown, III is happily married to Marla and together they have seven mischievously wonderful children. He is also a veteran educator, researcher, and humorist often invited to give lectures on critical education and workplace issues.

I Brought a Bad Attitude to the School Year: My Priority Was Me Aug 26, 2017

I was so wrapped up in the problems that a couple of students were creating that I wrecked a school year for my peers, my students, and myself.
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Angela Watson is National Board Certified Teacher currently working as an instructional coach and educational consultant based in Brooklyn, NY. She has published four books and blogs The Cornerstone For Teachers. Her Sunday podcast is called Angela Watson's Truth for Teachers.

Whoops! I Forgot My Empathy at the Door: Things Didn't Go So Well Aug 18, 2017

As soon as I opened my mouth, I realized that my comments conveyed that I was not being a supportive principal.
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Matt Wachel is a father, husband, Elementary Principal, ASCD Emerging and Influence Leader, and to co-author of Having an Impact on Learning: The Public Relations Professional and the Principal

I Failed to Adapt to the New Demands of My Position Aug 11, 2017

I thought the good work and good will from my past were sufficient to manage my new position as the principal at a new school. I was wrong.
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Jon Wennstrom is an elementary principal in Livonia, Michigan. He serves on the board of directors for MEMSPA (Michigan Elementary & Middle School Principals Association). He is active on Twitter and writes a weekly blog called SparkofLearning@blogspot.com.

I Was Performing Not Teaching: How I Realized Something Was Wrong Aug 04, 2017

I woke up and realized that I was doing the work that my students should be doing.
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Dan Tricarico has been a high school English teacher for over twenty years. He is author of The Zen Teacher: Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom and You're a Teacher. . .So Act Like One! Improving Your Stage Presence in the Classroom. In his spare time, he enjoys writing fiction, listening to Classic Rock, reading mystery novels, staring out of windows, and watching movies.

Through Trial and Error I Learned to Lead from the Inside Out Jul 28, 2017

I wanted to be a great leader so I tried to be just like the great leader I replaced.
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Peter Docker gets up everyday to enable people to be extraordinary so that they can do extraordinary things. A former senior Royal Air Force officer, pilot, international negotiator, project manager, consultant and coach, Peter is now an Igniter working alongside Simon Sinek and the Start With Why movement, and gives talks and workshops around the world.

I Tried to Intimidate a Student: What Happened Next Surprised Me Jul 21, 2017

It worked in the movies. I was sure that instilling a little fear in my students was the way to manage student behavior. Then one day...
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Matthew Mayer is a husband, father and an elementary school lead learner hoping to shape the next generation of amazing American citizens.

I Didn't Invite Teachers to the Table. It Was a Big Mistake Jul 14, 2017

Our guest talks with us about school leadership, decision making and what she learned from her biggest mistake.
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Allyson Apsey believes in looking for the good and the lesson in every situation. Being a principal for 13 years, a mom to two boys, and a wife gives her plenty of opportunities to make mistakes and learn from them.

I Was A Hypocrite with a Double Standard and It Rocked My World Jun 30, 2017

Sometimes we have to view things from the other side of the table to see our mistakes and be ready to grow.
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Josh Stumpenhorst is a junior high Language Arts and Social Science teacher. He was named the 2012 Illinois Teacher of the Year, 2012 Illinois Teacher Excellence Award Winner, 2012 Illinois Computer Educator Teacher of the Year and a member of the 2011 International Society of Technology Educators Emerging Leaders class. He is also an active blogger (stumpteacher.blogspot.com).

3 Leadership Lessons I Learned at The School of Hard Knocks Jun 22, 2017

We can take courses, have mentors, and read books, but often are most impacting lessons come from making mistakes.
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Dr. Robert Dillon serves the students and community of the Affton School District as Director of Technology and Innovation. Prior to this position, he served as a teacher and administrator in public schools throughout the Saint Louis area. He authored the book, Leading Engaging School.

Blaming, Complaining and Blowing Off Steam Feels Good, but... Jun 15, 2017

I've found that working in education presents many frustrations and reasons to vent, complain, and blow off steam. How I found a better way to handle these emotions.
Follow: @jonHarper70bd @davidgeurin @bamradionetworkDavid Geurin is principal and lead learner of Bolivar HS, a 2013 National Blue Ribbon School. He is passionate about empowering students and teachers as dynamic learners. Recently, he was selected as a 2017 NASSP National Digital Principal. He blogs regularly at davidgeurin.com.

Sometimes Growth Is Ugly, Embarrassing, and Hurtful Jun 09, 2017

I learned a valuable lesson from one of my students. The learning process was ugly, embarrassing and hurtful, but in the end we both ended up in a better place.
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Don Wettrick is an Innovation Coordinator at Noblesville High School, just outside Indianapolis, IN. He is the author of "Pure Genius: Building a Culture of Innovation and Taking 20% Time to the Next Level". Wettrick has worked as a middle school and high school teacher; educational and innovation consultant; and educational speaker.

I Got a Blistering Critique from My Staff, It Hurt and... Jun 01, 2017

I thought I was doing a great job, until I got the results of a staff survey. I was devastated, but I learned a few valuable lessons.
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Amber Teamann is an award-winning assistant principal in Texas, where she is most passionate about being positive, integrating effective technology for student engagement, and making school FUN without compromising academic success for every student.

Once My Ego Took Over.... May 25, 2017

Join us as two educators share what they learned from mistakes driven by egos gone wild.
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Follow: @jonHarper70bd @RickJetter @rebeccacoda @bamradionetwork Rebecca Coda has over 18 years’ experience in education as a teacher, ELA curriculum and assessment writer, technology program leader, contributing columnist for School Leader's Now, and founder of the Digital Native Network. Rebecca is a National Board Certified Teacher & Arizona K12 Center Master Teacher. Rick Jetter is an educational consultant, multi-genre author, and keynote speaker. He has worked in education for over 18 years as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent of schools.

I Chose to Be Comfortable Instead of Effective May 19, 2017

I chose to overlook the need to change my teaching practice because I wanted to be comfortable. I continued till I saw the impact on my students and staff.
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Larry Ferlazzo began teaching in 2003 after working as a community organizer for nearly twenty years. An award-winning English and Social Studies teacher at Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento, Calif. Larry is the author of several books, including Helping Students Motivate Themselves: Practical Answers To Classroom Challenges.

I Had to Face the Good, the Bad and the Ugly About My Work May 13, 2017

I was skilled and accomplished, so I expected myself to be perfect at my craft. It was painful when I discovered that I wasn't and needed help.
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Jessica Lahey is an educator, writer and speaker. She writes the bi-weekly New York Times column, The Parent-Teacher Conference and is a contributing writer for The Atlantic and commentator at Vermont Public Radio. Her best-selling book is The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can .

No Limits? How I Discovered the Boundaries of Transparency May 04, 2017

Transparency has limits. I learned this lesson the hard way and I've been living with the error for years. Do you know the boundaries?
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Barry Saide is the Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction for the Frelinghuysen Township School District, in Newton, New Jersey.

I Burned Out Because I Thought Everything Was Important Apr 27, 2017

It took a while for me to figure out that some things in school are important and some things just aren't.
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Jethro Jones is the principal of Kodiak Middle School and host of the Transformative Principal podcast, where he interviews successful educational leaders to improve our schools. He focuses on finding simple solutions to complex problems.

How I Eventually Learned That "Why" Matters More Than "What" Apr 20, 2017

As a new administrator, I started with a bang, but eventually realized I was en route to a bust. Here's how I got back on track.
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Joe Sanfelippo, PhD is the Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District. Prior to taking on his current role, he was an elementary school principal in two rural school districts and co-authored The Power of Branding-Telling Your School's Story and Hacking Leadership.

I Failed to Understand and Feel Her Pain Apr 13, 2017

I thought I was empathetic educator till I found myself dismissing the pain of another.
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Shana White serves as technology coordinator at Creekland Middle School in Lawrenceville, GA as well as an adjunct teacher for Georgia Virtual School. Shana is dedicated to empowering and teaching both students and teachers how to effectively use technology as a tool to enhance and take charge of their own growth.

I Valued Compliance Over Empowerment, Until My Student Threw Up Apr 06, 2017

I had lots of rules and lots of ways to make sure my students understood them and complied. Then I got a wake-up call.
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Tony Vincent likes to learn, teach, and make things. Since 1998, Tony has been a pioneer in digital learning, and he continues to help educators use technology for teaching and learning.

I Thought Everyone Should Be Treated the Same, I Was Wrong Mar 30, 2017

I learned the hard way that treating people equally doesn't mean treating everyone the same.
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Ben Gilpin is a relationship driven educator with a passion for innovation. Ben serves as an elementary principal in Michigan. He is involved with classroomcribs.com and personalized learning initiatives with the Michigan Department of Education. He is known for his blog, The Colorful Principal, which showcases stories and learning pieces for educators from around the world.

I Was Surrounded by the Wrong People: Being Selective Matters Mar 23, 2017

How I learned to say yes to the right people, and no to the wrong people.
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Joshua Williams is a Ransom Everglades high school student from South Florida who discovered his passion for
philanthropy when he was 4 and a half-years old. Believing that no child should ever go hungry, for over ten years, Joshua has been dedicated to helping to “stomp out world hunger” through his organization Joshua’s Heart
Foundation.

I Reacted Rashly Because I Didn't Want to Look Weak Mar 16, 2017

I was startled by happened in my classroom and felt that I had to do something. I would never respond as I did again.
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After teaching middle school for eleven years, John Spencer is now a professor of instructional technology at George Fox University. He is passionate about creativity, design thinking, and digital literacy. He blogs at spencerideas.org.

I Learned That I Could Not Demand Respect, I Had to... Mar 09, 2017

Fortunately, I had a mentor who was willing to sit me down and set me straight.
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Tom Murray is the State and District Digital Learning Policy and Advocacy Director. He joined the Alliance 2014 as the state and district digital learning policy and advocacy director, where he works alongside state education departments, corporations, and school districts across the country. Tom’s wealth of experience in K12 digital leadership has been recognized at the national level.

I Did Not Consider My Audience Mar 02, 2017

I was focused on what I wanted to say and neglected my audience. Lesson learned!
Follow: @j1berger @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Dr. Jonah Berger is a marketing professor at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and bestselling author of Contagious: Why Things Catch On and Invisible Influence: The Hidden Forces that Shape Behavior. He's spent over 15 years studying how social influence works and how it drives products and ideas to catch on. He’s taught Wharton’s top ranked online course, published articles in top-tier academic journals and consulted for a variety of Fortune 500 companies.

I Allowed Myself to Burn Out Again and Tried to Hide It Feb 26, 2017

I kept my burnout from my students and realized years later I made a big mistake.
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Rae Pica is an education consultant, keynote speaker, radio host, and author, specializing in the development and education of the whole child. Her most recent book is What If Everybody Understood Child Development?: Straight Talk About Improving Education and Children’s Lives.

I Wasn't Prepared for All of the Choices Feb 16, 2017

This week we check in with a college student who shares what he's learned from his mistakes.
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Cameron McCoy is a freshman at Morehouse College pursuing a Double Major in Business Administration and Economics with a Minor in Spanish. Works as a essayist, orator, and civil rights activist within the youth community.

Hard Lesson: Set Expectations for Students and Parents Feb 09, 2017

We were so excited that we jumped the gun and changed our teaching, but we forgot to prepare our students and parents. We learned why setting expectations is critical.
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Ross Cooper and Erin Murphy are co-authors of the forthcoming Hacking Project-Based Learning. Ross is the Supervisor of Instructional Practice K-12 in the Salisbury Township School District (1:1 MacBook/iPad) in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Erin serves as the Assistant Principal at Eyer Middle School in the East Penn School District.

I Had to Be Right, Even When I Didn't Have an Answer Feb 02, 2017

It took me a while to realize that creating growing relationships is more important than being right.
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Kristen Swanson is Edcamp founder, senior educational technology leader at Bright Bytes, and author of Professional Learning in the Digital Age and Teaching the Speaking and Listening Standards.

Hmm, My Lesson Plan Upset Students, Parents and Went Viral Jan 26, 2017

Our guest is famous for his social experiments with students. Most are very enlightening, but today he's talking about one that was an epic fail.
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Nicholas Ferroni is a revered high school teacher who mentors his diverse students with deep personal commitment and care. Nick was recognized as one of the "Most Influential Educators in America," as well as named "Upstander of the Year" by the HRC.

Why I Focused on the Hard Skills and Neglected the Soft Ones Jan 19, 2017

How I learned that sometimes the lesson plans and grades just don't matter.
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Bonnie K. Curran, M.S.
is a Library Media Specialist Richboro Middle School, Bucks County, Pennsylvania and is in her 15th year of teaching the middle-level student. Mike Curran is a professor in the Department of Teacher Education at Rider University and served as a classroom teacher and department chair in New Jersey public schools. He has served as a supervisor, bureau manager, and interim assistant commissioner for the New Jersey Department of Education.

Why Are We So Hard on Ourselves? Maybe It Is Because... Jan 12, 2017

Why are many of us who work in education so hard on ourselves? Today's episode may provide some clues and solutions.
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Teresa Gross and is currently a Middle School Literacy Teacher in Rochester, New York. She strives every day to find a healthy balance between fitness, work and my personal life.

I Learned That Less Is More Jan 05, 2017

Some talk about cognitive load, others just say there's too much happening at the same time. The big takeaway is, when presenting, less is more.
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Claudio Zavala began his 20+ year educational career in California before moving to Texas. He has a passion for integrating technology into classroom and preparing all with 21st century skills.

I Had a Power Struggle with a Student and... Dec 22, 2016

My student dug in her heels. I dug in mine. I learned a powerful lesson.
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Matt Miller is a Spanish teacher at Turkey Run High School. He has infused technology and innovative teaching methods in his classes for more than 10 years. Matt is a Google Certified Teacher, PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator and Bammy! Awards nominee. He writes at the Ditch That Textbook blog about using technology and creative ideas in teaching. Reach him at matt@DitchThatTextbook.com.

I Needed to Ask Myself Some Tough Questions Dec 15, 2016

Growth demands honesty with others and ourselves. I learned this the hard way.
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Glenn robbins is a Lead Learner/Designer @NCSNJ. Husband&Father. Ed.D Student. Organizer of Edcamps, @njpaecet2 & Ss led EdCamp period. 2015 MS Bammy Edu Voice Award

I Smothered Student Passion: It Was My Way or the Highway Dec 15, 2016

I went from focusing on compliance to letting go and I saw my students' passion and creativity soar.
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Brian Aspinall is a thought leader with regards to computational thinking, STEM and the integration of coding into classrooms. He has given three TEDx Talks on education reform.

I Smothered Student Passion: It Was My Way or the Highway Dec 08, 2016

I went from focusing on compliance to letting go and I saw my students' passion and creativity soar.
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Brian Aspinall is a thought leader with regards to computational thinking, STEM and the integration of coding into classrooms. He has given three TEDx Talks on education reform.

I Gave My Students Too Much "Tough" Love, Not Enough... Dec 01, 2016

I'm passionate about preparing my students for the real world, but at times I go too far and will probably continue.
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Frank Stepnowski is a 25 year English teacher and three (soon to be four) time published author. He's taught everything from special education to gifted & talented from the 9th to 12th grade levels. His books are Why Are All the Good Teachers Crazy, S.C.R.E.W.E.D., An Educational Fairytale, Teaching Sucks, But We Love It (a little insight into the profession you THINK you know,) and Why Are All the Good Teachers Angry.

Keeping It Real: I Was a Little Too Utopian Nov 25, 2016

I was optimistic, sure, and a bit too confident, but I learned how to fail forward.
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Jon Corippo is the Director of Academic Innovation for CUE, leading CUE's professional learning throughout California and Nevada. He is the creator of the CUE Rock Star Camp Series.

I Tried to Imitate a Great Educator: Why I Failed Nov 17, 2016

Many of us who aspire to be great educators have role models. I studied my role model intensely and tried to emulate his school leadership. Why did this approach fail?
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Award-winning educator Baruti Kafele is a leading keynote speaker and best-selling author. His books include Motivating Black Males to Succeed in School and in Life, The Principal 50: Critical Leadership Questions for Inspiring Schoolwide Excellence, and The Teacher 50: Critical Questions for Inspiring Classroom Excellence.

A Student Told Me My School Was Like a Jail Because of Me Nov 09, 2016

I was a traditional school leader focused on control, compliance, and rules. I was against everything that I now champion.
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Eric Sheninger is an award-winning principal at New Milford High School in Bergen County, NJ, a speaker, and author of Leadership for Principals Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times. He blogs at “A Principal's Reflections.”

I Admit It, I've Been Biased and Judgmental, Now What? Nov 03, 2016

None of us wants to see ourselves as biased, judgmental, so what can we do when we come face to face with our own shortcomings?
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Patrick Riccards is a father and author of Dadprovement. He is the chief communications and strategy officer for the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation. He is CEO and blogger for Eduflack, as well as a partner in Collaborative Communications Group.

"I Was Rigid" - Confessions of a One-Size-Fits-All Teacher Oct 25, 2016

I said "no" to a student and later realized I should have said yes. The experience changed my teaching.
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Oskar Cymerman is a Chemistry and Principles of Engineering Teacher at Woodbury High School in the Twin Cities Metro Area, MN. He frequently blogs about brain-based approaches to learning and classroom design, in addition to starting the "Starbucks My Classroom Project" and #StarbucksMyRoom.

I Was Afraid of Being Judged by My Peers Oct 18, 2016

Fear of being judged prevented me from reaching out and getting help from my peers.
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Rusul Alrubail is an educator in residence at Design Cofounders. She is a co-creator of The Writing Project, an essay writing app for students currently in Beta. She is also an Edutopia blogger and an editor at Medium's largest publication on Education: The Synapse.

What I Learned When My Lesson Plan Bombed Twice Oct 10, 2016

The only thing more painful than having a lesson plan crash and burn is crashing and burning twice and not knowing why.
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Dave Burgess is the New York Times best-selling author of Teach Like a PIRATE and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators. He received national recognition as recipient of the 2014 BAMMY Award for Secondary School Teacher of the Year presented by the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences.

My Rookie Mistake: Trying to Be the Smartest Person in the Room Oct 06, 2016

I was young, bright and committed to being the smartest person in the room. Life had other plans.
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Dr. Nathan Lang is currently a National Consultant at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMHCO) and the founder. Previously, he was the Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools. He has been a high school science teacher, elementary assistant principal, high school assistant principal, university adjunct professor, and was an Education Supervisor at the NASA-Johnson Space Center. He is co-founder of @leadupnow & #leadupchat #divergED

I Lost Sight of What Matters Most Sep 27, 2016

I was passionate committed and driven, but my priorities were mixed up. Then I got the wake-up call.
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Dwight Carter is the Principal at New Albany High School, OH. He’s been an educator for 20 years and was a 2013 NASSP Digital Principal of the Year. He coauthored What’s In Your Space? Five Steps to Better Classroom and School Design, with Mark White and Gary Sebach.

I'm the Teacher, I Have All the Answers Sep 23, 2016

I was was sure that as the teacher I was supposed to have all the answers. Eventually, the light came on.
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Denis Sheeran is a father of 4, district mathematics administrator in NJ, speaker, and author who travels the country helping educators learn how they can relevantly connect their content to their students lives and their own in powerful ways. He is author of Instant Relevance, Using Today's Experiences to Teach Tomorrow's Lessons (Dave Burgess Consulting, 2016).

I Made "Great" People Feel Bad for Doing "Good" Work Sep 12, 2016

I was zealous about innovation, leading innovation and being innovative that I discounted the great conventional work being done by great teachers. Follow: @gustafsonbrad @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Dr. Brad Gustafson is the principal and lead learner at Greenwood Elementary in Minnesota. He is the author of the newly released, "Renegade Leadership: Creating Innovative Schools for Digital Age Students."

I Assumed I Was Helping My Student, I Was Very Wrong Sep 03, 2016

I was very clear about what my student needed and I repeatedly gave her specific instructions on how to remedy her issue. Regretfully, I was wrong. Follow: @mrsbolado @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Maggie Bolado has been a White House Guest, Global Teacher Prize nominee, Verizon Foundation Honoree, Google Play Store App Developer, sixth science teacher, Google Certified Educator, perpetual student and a status quo buster.

I Was Too Focused on Trying to Prove Myself Aug 04, 2016

Trying too hard to prove ourselves can lead to bad decisions. Here's how I learned this valuable lesson one day in my classroom. Follow: @curriculumblog @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Steven Weber is the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction with Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools (NC). He is a board member of North Carolina ASCD and the Vice President of NCPDK.

I Could Have Been a Much Better Teacher If I Had Slowed Down Jul 23, 2016

In this episode, we discuss the power of reflection and what happens when we don't consistently reflect on our practice. Follow: @web20classroom @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Steven W. Anderson is a dad, learning evangelist, speaker, and author who is highly sought after for his skills in helping educators and school leaders better understand technology and social media. He is author of The Tech-Savvy Administrator (ASCD, 2014).

Why Did It Take Me Years to Realize? Teaching Is Not About Me Jul 02, 2016

Some people like to learn from the mistakes of others. Some prefer trial, error, and reflection. Perhaps how we learn from mistakes is not important, as long as we learn. Follow: @mssackstein @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Starr Sackstein teaches writing and journalism in New York City. She is a National Board-certified teacher and the New York director for the Journalism Education Association. Sackstein is also the author of the book Teaching Mythology.

Learning to Accept My Past and Present Shortcomings Jun 19, 2016

Sometimes our biggest mistakes happened a long time ago but we're still holding on to them. Follow: @PeterMDeWitt @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Peter DeWitt (Ed.D) is a former K-5 teacher (11 years) and principal (8 years). He runs workshops and provides keynotes focusing on collaborative leadership, fostering inclusive school climates, and connected learning. Contact him here for more information. Peter is a Visible Learning Trainer for John Hattie, Instructional Coach for Jim Knight, and Student Voice Advocate for Russ Quaglia working nationally and internationally. He is the Series Editor for the Connected Educator Series (Corwin Press) and the forthcoming Impact Series (Corwin Press).

How I Learned to Stop Second Guessing Myself Jun 03, 2016

Sometimes the biggest mistakes we can learn from are all inside our head. Follow: @seaAthom @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork I am currently the building principal of Brookfield Elementary in Haddon Heights, NJ. Our school specializes in providing a therapeutic approach to students with behavioral and emotional disorders. We pride ourselves in being innovative, practical, and effective in our approach to education and behavioral management. Prior to that, I spent six years teaching middle school science in Hoboken, Camden, and Millville, all in NJ.In addition to my role as a principal, I have received approval of a patent for a student-centered teacher feedback system.

I Was Ready to Give Up On A Student, Then... May 24, 2016

Sometimes living up to our ideals is more challenging than others. Join us as we talk with a veteran school administrator about a time she struggled to walk the talk. Dr. Rosa Isiah currently serves students as principal of Lucille Smith Elementary School Principal in California. Her experiences include 22 years in education as teacher, bilingual resource specialist, Language Arts Specialist, Teacher on Special Assignment, Assistant Principal, Coordinator of Federal and State Programs, and Principal. #WeLeadEd

Before I Was a Good Lead Learner, I Was a Bad One May 17, 2016

Being transparent about mistakes allows us to grow and see how much we've grown. Join us as we talk with Dr.Tony Sinanis about how he learned that relationships matter in school leadership. Follow: @TonySinanis @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Dr. Tony Sinanis is currently the Lead Learner of Cantiague Elementary School in Jericho, New York and received the 2014 New York State Elementary Principal of the Year Award. He serves as the founder and co-moderator of #NYedchat. He has co-authored two books with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo: The Power of Branding: Telling Your School's Story and Principal Professional Development: Leading Learning in the Digital Age.

I Am Not a Perfect Teacher, I Have to Be Okay with That Apr 27, 2016

We all know the dangers of making assumptions, yet I find myself making them anyway. Join me as I share with my guest how I learned that educators can't afford to make assumptions Follow: @Techninja @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Todd Nesloney, educator, author, speaker and White House Champion of Change, Bammy Award winner, NSBA "20 to Watch", Classroom Champions Teacher, CDE "Top 40 Innovators in Education", Remind101 Teacher Advisory Board Member, Flip Class Certification Instructor for Sophia.org.

The Day I lost It with a Student Apr 07, 2016

I still can't believe how the day unfolded.One moment everything at school was fine, the next moment a student pushed my button and I lost it. Join me as we talk about lapses of self-control. Follow: @ToddWhitaker @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. He has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently.

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