The Superintendent of School in Port Jervis, NY, Mike Rydell, recently forwarded a memo to me. How many times have we all done that? Forwarded a memo out with a note that said: “please read.” Yet Mr. Rydell, like many things he’s done in Port Jervis, took it to the next level. Instead of just…
This really has been an unbelievable time. There have been many closures, cancellations, and changes during this time period of Covid and it has been challenging in so many ways. One thing I have found is that consistently showing up is so important. People are in a funk. People are under extreme pressure and anxiety.…
I observed a great virtual lesson recently and I loved how the teacher ended the lesson. She asked the students to identify a small goal that they have for the third quarter of the school year. It was their exit ticket for the day, and they had a few minutes to complete it. She said she…
Despite all that was happening, I enjoyed this past fall immensely. On Sundays, I took my kids to their soccer games around Orange County New York. My children play for the Eastern Pike Travel Soccer Club, and I had a great time being outside and watching them compete.. Each Sunday we’re in a new spot,…
What an awesome letter! Here is another share from my friend Stephen Broadwell. Stephen is a retired Superintendent from the “North Country” up in Plattsburgh, NY area. He started a great action years ago by writing to leaders and asking them their tips for success or habits they have that have helped along the way. Just…
Amazing concept #ANTS from my friend Nancy Dunn. Nancy is a retired nurse from the Port Jervis City School District. She was just so awesome as a nurse, mom, colleague, and friend. She is a force and has the ‘touch of the master’s hand’, meaning things she gets her hands on turn out awesome! I…
Hi friends! I hope you will consider joining me for this three-part series kicking off in February. In the short yet powerful sessions, we will touch on the many different topics of leadership and share-out tips & strategies to help you navigate through this difficult time. We are facing great challenges like never before so let’s…
2010 Norfolk Virginia, Old Dominion University I was officiating a game at Old Dominion University on a Wednesday night. I had a driver lined up and ready to take me home overnight after the game, in order to get back to school in plenty of time. In the last minute of a very hotly…
Happy New Year & Welcome 2021. I wish you great blessings, happiness, and health to you in 2021! It’s a magnificent fall day in Milford, PA. I’m spending some time with my son and his friends who were having a make-up birthday party for my son who’s birthday was in the spring. My son who…
Happy New Year Friends. Warm blessings to you, your family, and school community in 2021. This is the last call for the Coaching & Mastermind Leadership group kicking off next week. I have just a couple of spots open and am considering a 4 pm weekday session too if there is interest. Shoot me an email if you are…