Have you ever heard the term “learned helplessness” in your certification classes, or perhaps it’s been mentioned in a professional development setting? Learned helplessness in education is a serious problem in some school contexts, and it can be difficult to overcome. However, being aware of learned helplessness as a real problem students face can help…
It’s time to start looking at our schools through a new lens- an assets based lens. What do I mean by this? I means that we should focus on what our students and teachers are good at, rather than constantly dwelling on what they need to work on. This type of environment is better for…
Our teachers, students and families need prayer and God’s peace more than ever. At their best, American public schools are wonderful places where learning takes place and friendships are formed; at their worst, they are fraught with nasty politics, meanness, and a source of stress for those who attend them. Those of us who are…