Would you like to start a run with a little simplicity and focus? Need to head out with clarity of purpose that helps you be laser...

Students are coming to school, armed with the latest and greatest in technology. But...not all students have access. And based on what...

Had the opportunity to happen upon a middle school classroom last week, presentations under way so I thought I'd stay. And am I glad I...

Having recently read and blogged about John Maxwell's newest publication, Intentional Living, I'm even firmer in my commitment to the...

Let's face it. We all get stuck. We're human. Challenges get us down. Criticism gets us down. Experiences with mistrust get us down too....

Ever heard of management by walking around? This is a well-worn strategy used by teachers to monitor and mold student behavior in the...

Chances are good that you're surrounded by others at work (and in life) who believe in your abilities, your leadership and the special...

I've learned over the years that working in public education is a passion. Too many have tried it and realized they really weren't in...

I've followed the work of Liz Wiseman for years. Her efforts around building teams and people is well know in the education ranks here in...

Feedback goes beyond evaluations. Do you take the time to give regular feedback to your employees? Maybe it’s a good time for a “New...

I love it when parents ask..."how is your summer" or "how is your vacation"...I just have to laugh. What summer? What vacation? An...

When I arrived in the Portola Valley School District almost two years ago, I inherited a mission statement, collaboratively created some...