breaking good

  The calendar, the empty hallways and the locked school doors all tell me its time to rest and to take a much-needed, week-long break from teaching, supporting student learning and taking care of all sorts of never-ending administrivia. Even though I’m not rushing through a regular work week, I’m becoming more aware of how deep…

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no chance of rain

  You know that rare, unexpected moment when you look around you and notice that there are no major crises swallowing up your attention? You know the kind of event that seemingly hijacks your life and derails even your daily plans?  None. In that rare moment, even if you’re experiencing some confusion, minor loss, life…

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