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“Autumn leaves don't fall, they fly. They take their time and wander on this, their only chance to soar.” — Delia Owens, Where the Crawdads Sing There’s something quietly powerful about this reminder. We often think of change as loss (leaves falling, seasons ending) when in truth, it’s a transformation. Autumn teaches us that even in moments of letting go, there’s beauty, grace, and purpose. The leaves don’t rush to the ground; they glide, they dance, they soar. What if we ap

Thoughtful Thursday: The Gift of Being Terrible at First "There’s nothing like being really bad to make you want to be better." — Bill Murray Bill Murray once said this about his early improv days with John Candy. Back then, no one wanted to share a scene with them. They were awkward, unpolished, and unpredictable. Within that discomfort lived the spark of something extraordinary. Those rough beginnings became the foundation for the artistry and timing that made them icons. I

The Stories We Wear “Clothes make a statement. Costumes tell a story.” – Mason Cooley Every day, we choose what story to tell through our words, actions, and even our presence. What we wear can be a reflection of who we are, what we value, and how we want to show up in the world. In education and leadership, our “costumes” go beyond fabric. They include the roles we take on, the confidence we carry, and the authenticity we bring to every interaction. Uniforms, badges, and tit

“Butterflies are self-propelled flowers.” – Robert A. Heinlein Leadership often depends on how we choose to see. Do we see only the...

"Failure is not the opposite of success, it's part of success." – Arianna Huffington Too often, failure gets framed as an ending....

“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” – Dr. Jane Goodall When we pause to...

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” – Pablo Picasso Children naturally see the world with...

"Getting in touch with your true self must be your first priority." — Ralph Waldo Emerson In the rush of responsibilities, it’s easy to...

“Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” – Mark Twain. Sarcasm is also a language, one that children often...

“Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.” – Nora Ephron The First Day of School For a student, the first...

What Hot Air Balloons Teach Us About Leadership Each year, our county’s hot air balloon festival fills the sky with color, reminding us...

The Power of Career & Technical Education Career and Technical Education (CTE) is more than a pathway; it’s a bridge. It connects...

"You can’t do everything at once, but you can do one thing well today." In a world that constantly demands more, faster, and all at once,...

The Border Between Seasons and Leadership Leadership, like the seasons, has its transitions. There are times for bold heat, driving...

The Mentoring Mirror “In learning, you will teach, and in teaching, you will learn.” – Phil Collins The beauty of mentorship lies in its...

“When you are content to be simply yourself and don’t compare or compete, everyone will respect you.” — Lao Tzu There’s freedom in doing...

"I am out with lanterns, looking for myself." – Emily Dickinson. There is something hauntingly beautiful about this line. A quiet...

Too often in education, we reduce students to numbers: a test score, a reading level, a percentage point. Behind every data point is a...

The Start of Summer The start of summer is more than a shift in weather; it’s a shift in pace, in priorities, in presence. After months...

Transitions aren’t just about leaving, they’re about becoming . In leadership, education, and life, we often hold tightly to what was,...