The escalating problems facing our nation’s schools have taken their toll on educators. Many educators feel devalued, under supported, and frustrated over the factors that get in the way of doing what we were hired to do. The political minefield of mandated policies and procedures
Educators are worn out. We feel overwhelmed. We doubt our effectiveness. We question our purpose. And amid our self-doubt and anxiety about the state of education, we are bombarded with admonitions to silence our negative emotions, deny our anguish, and at least pretend that everything
Whether you flourish or struggle in your teaching career depends on a choice you can make today. Will you be able to quickly bounce back from setbacks? Will you be able to perform your best when it matters the most? The answer to these questions
Debbie Silver's book Deliberate Optimism is full of great advice for teachers looking to stay optimistic and find the joy in their classrooms. Here are 8 tips for optimism from Debbie Silver: [metaslider id=4834]
As a former university professor who taught pre-service teachers I enjoy hearing from former students who have entered the ranks of education and have found their place working among supportive colleagues. Occasionally, though, I hear from a novice who has been demoralized by a toxic