I recently had an eye-opening conversation with an educational colleague in Brazil that left me reflecting deeply on our teaching practices. During our discussion, he shared an interesting yet concerning reality about Brazilian schools. According to him, Brazilian schools are supposed to be practicing constructivism—an educational philosophy that emphasizes student-centered learning, hands-on activities, and collaborative problem-solving. The…
Read moreLessons in Flexibility: When Going Off-Plan Leads to Greater Learning
One of the most valuable roles a principal has is to observe teachers and provide meaningful feedback to support their growth. Observations are meant to be opportunities for teachers to reflect and refine their practice. However, I’ve noticed a common trend among educators—they often feel pressured to stick to their lesson plans during observations, even…
Read moreUnlocking Student Success with My Favorite Teaching Strategies! 💡
Over the years, I’ve discovered that teaching is truly a dance—a blend of art and science that requires us to be both flexible and intentional. If you’ve been in the classroom long enough, you know that no single strategy works for every student, every day. That’s why I’m a fan of mixing things up and…
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