Chess Not Checkers reflection & notes
Why read? In parable form, Miller describes four simple, concrete steps to take your organization to high performing. Is your organization playing chess or checkers?
Closing the Attitude Gap reflection & notes
Why read? There is a lot of talk about the achievement gap. Discover how addressing the attitude gap will greatly assist in creating successful students and schools.
Counting What Counts reflection & notes
Why read? The authors provide insight into the real factors that schools should be focused on to drive long-term success in the life of our students.
Creating a Culture of Feedback reflection & notes
Why read? Grades don't inform and they don't inspire a 'love of learning' culture. In this quick, powerful read there are three steps to beginning the shift to a culture of learning.
Creative Schools reflection & notes
Why read? Built off his super popular Ted Talks, Ken Robinson expands upon why schools are basically obsolete and what they can do to be what our students, and society, need them to be.
Crisscross Applauce reflection & notes
Why read? New and veteran teachers alike can (re)gain a focused mindset from these 10 reflections.
Why read? Every educator is in charge of the culture of their school. Nobody wants to work in a toxic environment. YOU have the ability to control the feel of your school. Four pillars outline a dynamite way to Culturize your school.
Creativity Inc. reflection & notes
Why read? Pixar has been a leader in creativity and innovation for over 20 years. Discover the ingredients to building a creative culture and organization.