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Monthly Archives: February 2012
Shots Were Fired
The other day, our junior varsity baseball team went to a neighboring town to play a game. The baseball field is located next to a cemetery. As our kids warmed up, they heard gun shots. The sounds came from the … Continue reading
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A Gift of Love
Mikayla is a kindergarten student at Mt. Peak Elementary School in Ms. Tama Garrison’s classroom. Mikayla doesn’t have a right hand. She does have an indomitable spirit. When asked what she wanted to do when she grows up, she said, … Continue reading
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The Genius in All of US (IV): Development Practices
What developmental practices can parents and teachers use to assist children and students in their growth? David Shenk in his book the “Genius in All of Us” includes six developmental practices. Speak to Your Children “Speak to children early and … Continue reading
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District-Level Learning Communities: What Did We Learn?
Over the last several weeks, Midlothian ISD’s Little Cabinet* hosted three, district-level learning communities. One with all of MISD’s elementary schools represented, one with both middle schools represented, and one with Midlothian High School. At each meeting, principals and teachers … Continue reading
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International Speaker Visits Midlothian ISD
Mr. Dan Korem visited Midlothian ISD on Monday, February 13, 2012. As posted On Korem & Associates, “Mr. Korem is a critically acclaimed author, documentary producer, and independent investigative journalist whose programs have been seen by over 150 million people … Continue reading
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Curve Ball
What happens when you are thrown a curve ball? Will you choose to see a dead end or a detour? Adam Bender was thrown a curve ball, and he threw one right back. He did not see a dead end. … Continue reading
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The Genius in All of Us (III): Dynamic Development
Is there hope for children (and adults) who want to do great things, but believe that they were not born with the right stuff? Yes. Intelligence and ability are not set in concrete at birth. They can be developed. [Genetic … Continue reading
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Design Teams
On Thursday, Feb 2, 2012, Midlothian ISD hosted a workshop on design teams. Our facilitator was Nancy Rindone-Doughney a senior associate with the Schlechty Center. Each MISD school was represented by its principal and a member of the design team. The … Continue reading
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The Genius in All of Us (II): Talent is a Process
Talent is defined as natural ability or skill. Synonyms include gift, aptitude, ability, and genius. The definition and synonyms can lead the reader to believe that talent is something with which a person is born. Either you have it, or … Continue reading
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