Weekly Inspo Vids - Week Fifteen
Hey friends,
Happy weekend to each of you! Any fun plans?
My oldest son turns five today, which feels surreal. As the saying goes, “The days are long, but the years are short.” So very true. Milestones like this remind me of something I’ve heard from a handful of retired administrators: “If you let it, this job will take more than it gives. Make time for family.”
With that in mind, we’re just a stone’s throw away from some well-deserved holiday time. As we approach this downtime, I hope you can stay as efficient as possible over the next week or so and then truly rest during the break. Spend quality time with those around you—I’m sure you need it, and they probably do too.
We’ve got a great video lined up. I think it’s always valuable to validate just how much teachers do, especially at this time of year. While the video may glamorize the hard times a bit, I hope it resonates with your teachers and reminds them of the incredible work they do every day. And in this week’s Emailable PD, we’re tackling the art of short storytelling to re-engage distracted students.
Enjoy!
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Weekly Video
Use in staff newsletters, encouraging emails, etc.
We are Teachers and We Do More Than Teach!
Possible Caption: While we may not love EVERY minute of it, it’s still the best job in the world!
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Weekly Quote
“The world cares very little what you or I know, but it does care a great deal about what you or I do.”
Booker T. Washington
Weekly Emailable PD
Use in staff newsletters, emailable PD messages, etc.
There have been so many afternoons when I can feel the collective attention in my room drop as the day winds down. Whenever I notice a few eyes starting to glaze over, I use the magic phrase: “I remember a time when _____________.” Immediately, ears perk up, postures straighten, and—if I play my cards right—we’re set for a strong finish. Share the science behind this strategy with your teachers, along with practical steps to help them implement it effectively.
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