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Mindful Monday
Leadership Starts Within Leadership isn’t just about directing others; it’s about knowing yourself. The most potent leaders lead with...
Catherine Addor
May 191 min read


Observe the Practice, Not the Person: Leadership, Friendship, and the Coaching Mindset
School leadership often demands a careful balancing act, being kind without being permissive, supportive without becoming ineffective,...
Catherine Addor
May 182 min read


So You Think You Want to Be a Teacher? 10 Questions to Ask Yourself First
Teaching is not a fallback career. It’s not a day job or a temporary stepping stone. It’s a calling, one that demands heart,...
Catherine Addor
May 163 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
This year, that quote feels especially personal. After years of balancing leadership, research, parenting, and life’s many layers, I...
Catherine Addor
May 151 min read


Moving Beyond the Myth
School as sole educator is a myth, and it’s time we embrace that. For decades, maybe centuries, we’ve operated under a powerful cultural...
Catherine Addor
May 113 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
Leadership isn’t about waiting for perfect conditions. It’s about showing up even when the skies are dark, guiding others through...
Catherine Addor
May 81 min read


Keep Picking It Up: Why Students Need to Fail to Learn
Last July, my daughter caught a double illusion for the first time. If you’re unfamiliar with baton twirling, it’s an art and a sport...
Catherine Addor
May 42 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
Leadership isn’t about waiting for the perfect moment; it’s about creating momentum. “The most effective way to do it, is to do it.” ...
Catherine Addor
May 11 min read


Secretly a Dinosaur: What Kids Teach Us About Resilience in Education
I came across a meme today that stuck with me. It said: A child told his sad friend, “It’s okay to be sad. Sad stands for Secretly A...
Catherine Addor
Apr 272 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
They say “third time’s the charm,” but what if it’s not? What if it takes four tries? Or five? Persistence doesn’t count attempts; it...
Catherine Addor
Apr 241 min read


Name it.
Don’t say you’re against DEI unless you’re ready to explain why. Name It. We hear it increasingly these days, people saying they “have a...
Catherine Addor
Apr 203 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
“If we want our children to move mountains, we first have to let them get out of their chairs.” — Nicolette Sowder So here’s the real...
Catherine Addor
Apr 171 min read


Guiding the Guides
Guiding the Guides: Why Schools Must Prioritize Parent Engagement in Early Childhood Education In early childhood education, we often...
Catherine Addor
Apr 143 min read


If Your “Why” Is All About You, It’s Time to Rethink
I didn’t come into education to find myself. I didn’t do it to feel fulfilled or to relive the parts of childhood that felt unfinished. I...
Catherine Addor
Apr 132 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
Mindfulness reminds us our choices matter. Our presence matters. The way we show up, for ourselves and others, is powerful....
Catherine Addor
Apr 101 min read


We Have Forgotten How to Community
Reclaiming Connection in Education through True Engagement In a world that’s never been more connected, we’ve somehow forgotten how to...
Catherine Addor
Apr 62 min read


Thoughtful Thursday
Leadership isn’t just about showing up. It’s about lifting others while you're there... and making sure they still rise when you're not....
Catherine Addor
Apr 31 min read


Recognizing Parents as Teaching Assistants: A Key Learning from the COVID-19 Pandemic
While this shift was born out of necessity, one of the most significant and lasting lessons from that time is recognizing parents’...
Catherine Addor
Mar 302 min read


Driving Educational Excellence: Leadership Strategies by Addor-ation
It is essential for schools to continuously strive for excellence and innovation to ensure the success of their students. This is where...
Catherine Addor
Feb 122 min read


Empowering Educators: Innovating Curriculum with Addor-ation
Educators must stay ahead of the curve and continuously innovate their curriculum to meet the needs of learners. This is where...
Catherine Addor
Feb 121 min read
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