In Don’t @ Me (1:36), Tom opens with a rant about student accountability and how so many, on a daily basis, disprove the theories they assert. Then, Tom is joined by LCPC, psychotherapist, and author Phyllis Fagell (12:57) for a discussion about the teacher-family dynamic and the uniqueness of middle-level learners. Finally, in Assessment Corner (45:07), Tom addresses a particular … Read More
Episode #45: Jessica Cabeen
Jessica Cabeen was named the 2017 Minnesota Principal of the Year. Jessica is the Principal of Ellis Middle School in Austin, Minnesota. She is the author of “Leading with Grace”, “Hacking Early Learning”, “Unconvential Leadership” & co-author of “Balance like a Pirate”. Follow Jessica on Twitter/IG @jessicacabeen & FB: principalinbalance Visit her website: www.jessicacabeen.com to sign up for her monthly … Read More
Episode #49: Unlock the Middle
Unlock the Middle are two proud middle school principals co-hosting a videocast to celebrate and unlock all that is special about middle school. They live in Dudley/Charlton, MA. They are Chris Starczewski and Dean Packard. They get excited helping students, educators and parents learn and grow. Their videocast, Unlock The Middle, airs live on Sunday nights at 8pm (EST) on … Read More
