Inspirational Archives

Chance The Rapper Is Starting An Awards Show For Teachers

Education / September 19, 2017 January 19, 2022 / Hip-hop, Inspirational, W-News

In an effort to give back to his community, Chance the Rapper has noticed a disparity and is working to improve his hometown of Chicago.

Learning / February 26, 2017 January 16, 2022 / Inspirational, New Teacher

Hudson was teased about his choice in shoes at a local playground, where apparently Fila shoes aren’t as cool as they were in the ’80s.

Teaching / August 22, 2016 January 22, 2022 / Inspirational, Whole Teacher

Summer vacation is about to screech to a sudden halt. You’re on the beach Tuesday and Wednesday you’re back to Staff Preparation Days.

Assuming our goal is to make a difference in the lives of others, we might consider the legacy we leave in the minds of students.

Here’s a quick thought for you: Today is an opportunity. Today is your chance. Not some day generally or metaphorically. Today.

Teaching / March 28, 2016 January 12, 2022 / Inspirational, New Teacher

We’ve dug through dozens of books, magazines, pinterest boards, and other blogs to find our favorite inspirational quotes for teachers.

Teaching / November 26, 2015 January 21, 2022 / Inspirational, Whole Child

Volunteering In My Wife’s Classroom Opened My Eyes by Brent Wooten His wife is a longtime teacher, but commentator Bret …

Teaching / March 26, 2015 January 20, 2022 / Inspirational, Terry Heick

There’s something about teaching that makes you cry. Joy. Feeling overwhelmed. Breakthroughs. Failures. There’s a lot going on in any moment.

What motivates this student to “succeed” in school? Is it intrinsic or extrinsic motivation? Does it ebb & flow? Is it perishable altogether?