Category: Personal Blog

  • Will Eisner Week 2024

    Will Eisner, a revolutionary in comics, redefined storytelling with iconic works like The Spirit and Contract with God. Educators can leverage his legacy to spark creativity and critical thinking.

  • TDIH: WAR was released by U2

    U2, the iconic Irish rock band formed in the late 1970s, has left an indelible mark on the music industry with their powerful lyrics and evocative melodies. Among their many hits, “Sunday Bloody Sunday” stands as a timeless anthem, resonating with listeners around the world. In this blog post, we will delve into the profound…

  • Doonesbury Feb 18

    This comic from Doonesbury hits hard today and was not published in all local newspapers that syndicate across the US on Sunday. I am republishing it here because  we should be more afraid of people forgetting history than teachers actually teaching history.

  • Colin Powell: Resilience and Attitude

    Part 1: Embracing Resilience and a Positive Attitude in the Classroom In the realm of education, the wisdom of Secretary Colin Powell holds true: “It ain’t as bad as you think! It will look better in the morning.” The classroom is no stranger to challenges, but maintaining a positive outlook, even in the face of…

  • Beyond Hat in Hand: Why Bipartisanship is Key to Effective Education Advocacy

    Advocating for education requires bipartisan engagement to expand impact and foster sustainable solutions for students.

  • Monthly Mindfulness: Colin Powell

    As we kick off February, teachers are moving past the reflect, reset, and rolling through the plan for the second half of the school year. The mid-year reset is a critical time for educators as they aim to get students back on track towards graduation or sustain ongoing success. One excellent resource for initiating change…