Motivation vs. Maslow

We all have hear about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs... but this article rebuffs these needs if you really want to tap into the motivation potential of your adult staff.  This Harvard Business Review study looks at the three actual factors to consider.  A must read for the modern administrator... click here go to the article.

THAT Child

This should be required reading for all parents.  Click here.

Reading Within the Common Core

I found these two audio reports on NPR very interesting; and they both use very "parent-friendly" language to describe the how and why Common Core has changed the way we teach reading.  Click on the following links to read and/or listen to the short segments.

The High Achievers

The Struggle Over Struggle

Change in NC School Funding

Subtle, but very significant, change in funds - especially for those systems dealing with growth.  Click here to read the N & O article.

Starting the Day Right

Yet another example of a "duh" issue... one in which we all know what's right, but refuse to change.  This editorial from the Washington Post says it all.  Click here to read the obvious support (highlighted by a new policy statement issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics) for moving high school start times.

Teacher Empowerment

Interesting news story about teacher independence.  Watch this short video by clicking here.

This great blog, by Richard Byrne, highlights free technology resources for educators.  This particular entry features an online collection of the best commencement addresses.  'Tis the graduation season...

Click here to go to the blog link.