Today was New Year’s Day for 10-month administrators in my district. After a summer that was equal parts restful and profitable (thanks to a good summer job), I started back today relaxed, focused, and looking forward to the new school year. It was a welcome contrast to how I started last…
Category: Ed Leadership
Greater Than the Sum of Our Parts
I’m going to start this off with a not-so-humblebrag: I’m proud and pleased to announce that my school district was recently recognized as a Best Community for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation. I’m proud not only because I work in the district, but also because I happen to supervise…
As I Pronounced It, Trippingly on the Tongue
Last month I attended both the hooding ceremony and commencement ceremony for my doctoral program. I was asked to speak at each event, which was a tremendous honor, if a bit intimidating. Below is the text of my speech at the 44th Annual Commencement Ceremony at Wilmington University on January 25, 2015….
Unaccustomed As I Am to Public Speaking
Last weekend I attended both the hooding ceremony and commencement ceremony for my doctoral program. I was asked to speak at each event, which was a tremendous honor, if a bit intimidating. Below is the text of my speech at the Hooding Ceremony for the Doctor of Business Administration and Doctor…
October #Edcamp: Teacher LeaderCamp @WilmU
I’m thrilled to announce a very special Edcamp event for educators in the vicinity of the state of Delaware: Teacher LeaderCamp @WilmU. While most Edcamps cover a vast array of edu-themes, the overarching focus of Teacher LeaderCamp is teacher leadership. Our host and sponsor, Wilmington University, indicated an interest in…