As I write, I’m working through many thoughts. Let me start with this overwhelming one: today is a good day. Today is a good day

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As I write, I’m working through many thoughts. Let me start with this overwhelming one: today is a good day. Today is a good day
In recent years, I have developed a keen interest in design thinking in education. As a framework, I believe that it adds tremendous value to
I’ve written over two hundred blog posts for Mr. Hill’s Musings, but I don’t think I’ve ever had less idea of what to write or
As mentioned previously, George Couros states that we shouldn’t just bounce back from the school closures, we should “bounce forward”. This idea really resonates with
At the beginning of the new school year, it is common for teachers to establish rules and norms for the class that set the tone
The #HiveSummit is back for 2019! The videos will be available until August 18th and the discussions continue on social media. I encourage you to
On Friday, we had two class assemblies all about digital media and how people can use it to express themselves. As a blogger and social
For hardworking teachers, time is a precious commodity. We must use it wisely and be intentional about our priorities. It’s understandable that optional roles and
My first experience of Self-Organized Learning Environments (SOLE) was spontaneous. It was the beginning of November and so I was wearing a poppy. In Hong
In a recent workshop with Tania Lattanzio, she shared this video. As you watch it, consider its accompanying question: will our children be prepared? The
With Anti-Bullying Week 2018 kicking off tomorrow (Monday 12th November) and Tuesday 13th marking World Kindness Day 2018, it seems like an ideal time to
As we design our lessons, we should consider our learning intentions and choose the best tool(s) for the job. Sometimes that involves technology and sometimes
The start of a new academic year is an exciting time but it can also be nerve-racking. It’s the final day of my summer break
For several years, my school (specifically Year Four) has been working with Room to Read in a partnership that is mutually beneficial and going from strength
Often when we take action, it can feel isolated and insignificant. With all of the major and complex problems in the world, it’s disheartening to
I am loving my new role as Head of Year because it challenges me every day. More so than any other year in my career,
I had a whole other blog post planned for today. I’m halfway through writing it and planned to finish it off after getting back from
Last year, we promoted and celebrated Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week across the school. This year, I’d like to take it further. Starting on
I don’t always get things right as an educator. I make daily mistakes and I have many weaknesses that I’m working on. However, I do pride
The issue of screen time is one that has fascinated me for a while. It is something that teachers and parents often express a concern