The Importance of Building Relationships
Lately, I have been pretty distracted with my new job and have not done a great job of focusing on myself! I realized that it had been quite some time …
Wordless Picture Books
I’ve recently had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity fall in my lap. I have had the honor of collaborating with my “edu-hero” and literary icon Regie Routman several times throughout the summer! …
Inquiry in the Classroom
So before I say anything, I know that many teachers have experienced this really annoying phenomenon… You have your clean whiteboard and a new pack of dry erase markers. You …
Schools Starting… Again
I saw this quote on August 1st and my initial thought was, “Said NO teacher EVER!!” I don’t know about you, but when I think of August I don’t think …
Live Your Why
Hello, my name is Raven Szalkowski and I am the new Professional Learning Coordinator here at the Kane ROE. I am looking forward to our future work together. For as …
Enjoy the Journey
A couple of days ago I woke up a little earlier than usual, and had to figure out what to do with my extra time. At the time, my sister …
Killing The Joy of Reading
I am an avid reader. I read all the time: in the car, on a boat, on the couch while my family watches a movie, in a waiting room, etc. …
The Importance of Rest
Early in my collegiate track career, I had to sit out a season due to a stress fracture. The unexpected change of plans was challenging to deal with, but when …
Make Thinking & Learning Visible
When I reflect on myself as a learner, I know that I need time to process information. This means when I am a participant in professional learning, I often don’t …
My Passion PD
It is 10:26 on Saturday morning, I woke up at 7 to write this post and I have 19 words written. You might be thinking writer’s block or procrastination, but …