Fostering Communication Skills to Deepen Learning
When fostering classroom culture, there are so many areas to zero in on. We want to develop a sense of community where collaboration flourishes so that learners are supported…
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Back-to-School Giveaway to Empower Learning On the Go!
This blog post is written as a Back-to-School Giveaway in Partnership with Rug-Ed iPad Cases In the past, I have shared my love for Rug-Ed iPad cases. There are…
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Embrace Moments to Spark Curiosity: 3 L.E.A.P. Tips
Riding on the beach against the wind, my husband, Michael, and I pushed on to challenge our endurance. Both of our boys rode with us as our destination was…
To Be Your Best, Invest in Yourself: 7 L.E.A.P. Tips
I’ve got to be honest. I am not someone who is a pro at practicing self-care. For as long as I can remember I’ve had an “all-in” personality. When…
For the Love of Challenge: It’s All About Mindset
From the time I was little I loved to challenge myself. Sure, I enjoyed a good coloring session every once in awhile, but I was a maker, dreamer, and…
Little Did I Know That I Was the One Learning From My Students: 10 Lessons and Counting
This past year I transitioned from a classroom teacher to an instructional coach. My hope was that I’d have an even broader impact as I now have the potential…
Create a Long Lasting, Positive Impact on Learners
It’s been two years since our youngest son, Nolan, left fourth grade. He’s about to enter middle school, yet, it’s evident that his fourth grade teacher, made an incredible…
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Supporting Learners to Thrive: Shifting Our Focus to What Matters Most
According to the Education Week article, Students Move Further Down School-to-Prison Pipeline With Every School Suspension, by Sarah D. Sparks, some forms of discipline can actually catapult repeat offenses….
Embracing Risk-Taking to Enhance Learning: 3 L.E.A.P. Tips
By Elisabeth Bostwick The phrase “risk-taking” is often tossed around in education. At the #ISTE19 conference, I heard many educators discuss the importance of embracing the ability to take…
Proactive Approaches to Support all Learners- Moving Beyond the Behavior Chart
By Elisabeth Bostwick Early on in my career, I didn’t realize that spending an abundant amount of time creating behavior charts was unnecessary. I also didn’t realize that it…
Are You Reading, Take the L.E.A.P. Ignite a Culture of Innovation? Download the Free Discussion Guide!
Are You Ready to L.E.A.P.? I am so excited that you have joined in and are ready to reimagine learning with me. Take the L.E.A.P. Ignite a Culture of…
Cultivating a Culture of Innovation: 5 L.E.A.P. Tips & Voices from the Field
In my book, Take the L.E.A.P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation, I share L.E.A.P. Tips and Takeaways, along with questions for reflection and discussion at the conclusion of each…