Stories of Talladega County's transformation, Part 1
Like many districts across the country, great things are happening for the students and teachers in Talladega County, Alabama. Fortunately, the…
6 Minutes
Shifting the system towards hope
I began my teaching career in 1975. For the first 20 years, the changes were modest alterations to the existing system. Lauren Hill clearly labels…
9 Minutes
Upside down is right side up:
Shifting priorities for professional learning
Do you have your list? You know the one - the list of every single initiative, program, curriculum, and gosh darn good idea someone at your…
10 Minutes
From potluck to teacher leadership
Perhaps the most inspiring step educators get to take is that first step into their own classrooms after landing an initial position at a school.…
7 Minutes
Teacher leadership - not a number
I struggled as a beginning teacher. I loved the curriculum and wanted to share literature with my students, but I had not mastered the art of…
9 Minutes
Stepping into the network - and into leadership
In the fall of 2005, I was two months into my first teaching position. Two months into the uncertainty, triumphs, and struggles of my chosen…
7 Minutes
Modeling democracy in Teacher-Powered Schools
With close to 150 teacher-powered schools nationwide, there are countless examples of how teacher-powered creates engaged citizens. Take a look at…
7 Minutes
Teachers leading, leading teachers:
A reader's guide
As the holidays are fast approaching, I’m anxiously anticipating much-needed family time with loved ones. If you’re like me, you’ll also utilize…
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Looking to the horizon:
The adventure and impact of teacher leadership
My educational vision: To empower ALL students to own their learning, shape their dreams, and create a better world. Take the first step: Own it……
18 Minutes
Embrace the "leader" in teacher leadership
Can you describe your leadership journey in six words? At my school district’s recent first Diversity Council meeting of the year, I asked teacher…
9 Minutes
