When It Comes to CFAs: “Just the FACTS, Ma’am”
At the risk of adding another acronym to our field, consider the following when thinking about your CFA: the FACTS. And just the FACTS, ma’am.
Professional Learning Community
Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy
The beauty of the four Critical Questions of a learning team is that they are simple. That doesn’t mean the process is easy, though.
Get Started…Then Get Better
“Don’t do that” were the words out of Rick DuFour’s mouth, more than a decade ago, as I was excitedly and passionately explaining to him how the district I was in was going about our work.
Both-And: Trainings and Coaching
The school year is now in full swing, and that means a significant shift in the work I do with schools. I thought I would share my perspective on how that shift impacts (or doesn’t impact) the day-to-day work of learning.
Major Goal: Check!
Serving schools around the country as a PLC at Work® associate has been a blessing beyond measure. It is humbling to be accepted as an author.
Understanding the Why
Without knowing WHY we are doing something, the WHAT is less meaningful. Internalizing WHY ensures commitment instead of just compliance.
Going Along to Get Along…Or Not?
The challenges of being on a team are many. Going along to get along won’t improve team functioning. Demonstrating care and getting curious about others’ perspectives will.
Part II: Professional LEARNING Community
Last month’s blog was so popular I decided to follow it up with even more highlights of the Solution Tree institute in San Antonio in June. Plus, of course, the ever-popular Rib Review!
Professional LEARNING Community
As a Solution Tree associate, I can attend one event per year to just learn. I share key points from San Antonio, plus an all-new Rib Review!