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3 Attributes of a Great Principal

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Jan 8, 2013

Click below to read what T-Netters said are the attributes of a great principal. What would you add to the list?

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The Importance of Assertiveness in Teachers

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Jan 9, 2013

Dr. Robert Rose, author of Abuses of Power in Education; Challenging Practically Everything (Outskirts Press, 2008), shares insight gained during his radio show dialogue with Dr.Howard Seeman, as they explored their belief in the importance of assertiveness in teachers.

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12 Ways for Co-Teachers to Actively Participate in Classrm

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Jan 14, 2013

12 Ways for Co-Teachers to Actively Participate in the Classroom - 12 tips by Susan Fitzell. (After you read it, please share it!)

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[Academic] Rigor vs Vigor - What do you think?

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Jan 27, 2013

School principal ("Head of School") Todd Nelson says:

"We are fairly accepting of the use of the word “rigor” as a positive term for high standards and accomplishments in lots of things, including education. As it turns out, “vigor” might be a much better choice."

Read in the very short piece linked below, why Todd Nelson ...See More

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4 most-requested articles on Differentiation of Instruction

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Mar 20, 2013

Hop over and bookmark the page, then share the link with educators everywhere. The 4 articles are our most requested on Differentiation of Instruction.

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Research Study

by Craig Waterman

Mar 22, 2013

Are you currently mentoring a student teacher? We are looking for cooperating teachers to participate in a study to develop better tools to evaluate student teacher performance. Participation in the study requires about two hours of your time. You will receive a $75 honorarium to thank you for your time. Your student teacher must also consent to pa...See More

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high school mentoring program NYC

by Lisa Akker

Mar 25, 2013

Does the high school mentoring program still exist in NYC? A few years ago, I managed to secure a position out of the Queens H.S. Superintendent's Office as a part-time mentor, but because my special needs daughter had a snow day and I had to stay home w/her because her special pre-school was closed (never happened again!), my boss, who was doing s...See More

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The Words We Use by Bill Powers, school principal

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Apr 17, 2013

The Words We Use by Bill Powers

I just finished reading Daniel Pink’s book "Drive" and walked away with many key thinking points to ponder and use as I continue to focus and refocus on my purpose and drive to be a better person and principal.

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MENTOR DESPERATELY NEEDED

by Spring

Apr 25, 2013

Hi -

Can someone offer to mentor me? I have taught for a while, but need help and support to survive on the job.

Any responses would be appreciated. Thank you so much!

Spring

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Lisa Akker On 4/25/13, Spring wrote: > Hi - > > Can someone offer to mentor me? I have taught for a while, > but need help and support to survive on the job. > > Any responses would be appreciated. Thank you so much! > > Spring

I would be happy to mentor you, if I can, Spring. What do you think you need help with? - Lis

Apr 27, 2013

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