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How to support a new leader
Article about how to support a new leader
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Nov 153 min read
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Mantras to keep me motivated
Mantras that I use to keep me motivated
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Nov 12 min read
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How to disagree with your boss (or colleagues)
Article about effective disagreement in the workplace
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Oct 263 min read
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Have your say!
There are two national surveys open right now that give you a chance to share your experiences and insights
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Oct 161 min read
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Small Acts of Self Kindness
Small ways to find joy in a busy week
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Oct 42 min read
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How I Prepare for a New Boss
How I prepare for a new boss to ensure a smooth and positive transition.
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Sep 133 min read
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How My Teaching Has Transformed: From chalkboards to tech tools
How teaching has transformed while I've been in the profession
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Aug 302 min read
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Four ways to combat the winter doldrums
Read about practical, playful, healthy and generous ways to combat the winter doldrums
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Aug 162 min read
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Mark your calendar for Equal Pay Day
Article about Equal Pay Day and resources for lesson planning on this important topic.
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Aug 22 min read
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Subscriptions every teacher needs
Having a subscription to the small things that help you get through the term can save time and energy.
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May 311 min read
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Book Review: The Anxious Generation
Book review of The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
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May 253 min read
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How to make your own promotion
In schools, career advancement opportunities are often limited, so it might be time to create your own promotion. Here are my suggestions to get you there.
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May 172 min read
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Five Self-care Strategies
It may seem obvious, but teaching is hard! Most teachers I know are strong, very emotionally well-regulated and deeply committed to...
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May 101 min read
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Inspired by a simple message on International Women's Day
How I got inspired by a simple message from overseas.
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Mar 102 min read
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Could teachers benefit from a more flexible workplace?
A post exploring how teachers and school leaders could benefit from a more flexible workplace.
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Feb 152 min read
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A hobby could make you a better teacher or leader
Try one of these hobbies and it could make you a better teacher or leader!
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Feb 12 min read
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Book Review: Happiness Education
Book review: Happiness Education
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Jan 182 min read
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Teaching is a rollercoaster ride
Two articles highlight the rollercoaster ride that is teaching.
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Jan 122 min read
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When I grow up, I want to be...
How does what you wanted to be when you grew up still influence your career decisions?
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Dec 14, 20242 min read
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The best gift ideas for a teacher (or yourself)!
Post about great (and not-so-great) gifts for teachers
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Dec 7, 20242 min read
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