Tag Archives: inspiration

(#387) Lessons from Elementary School

Posted on October 22, 2017 by stevepiscitelli

Adults, are we listening? Three lessons from elementary school this week. (1) Mrs. Hullender teaches 1st grade at the Atlantic Beach Elementary School. Last Tuesday I had the opportunity to visit her classroom during a mini leadership conference.  That’s right. … Continue reading →

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(#283) Inspiration and the Potential to Make a Difference

Posted on October 25, 2015 by stevepiscitelli

While the interactions may “just happen,” turning them into meaningful moments takes mindfulness. This past week I had the opportunity to sit down with reporter Matt Soergel of The Florida Times Union to record an episode for the Growth and Resilience … Continue reading →

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(#263) Retreat or Stay-Treat? Treat Yourself!

Posted on June 7, 2015 by stevepiscitelli

What can you do if you want a retreat but can’t quite swing getting away from your daily routines for three or four days?  I’ve often read about personal growth retreats. You know, those that offer a chance to reconnect … Continue reading →

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(#224) Every Student Has A Story: Great Teachers Build On That Story

Posted on September 7, 2014 by stevepiscitelli

A teacher’s calling is to recognize each of these types (and combinations thereof) and reach out with encouragement, challenge and recommendations to appropriate resources. [NOTE to reader: This week’s post comes from my forthcoming book (work-in-progress) on mentoring faculty.  In the weeks/months ahead … Continue reading →

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(#188) A Blogger’s Retrospective: 2013 in Review

Posted on December 29, 2013 by stevepiscitelli

  In May of 2010 I made the decision to begin my first blog. I had 3 goals: Experience a new (for me) aspect of social media Develop and flesh out new ideas Provide something of value—not just another cyber rant. I believe … Continue reading →

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(#132) Relevance, Relationships, and Rainbows

Posted on December 2, 2012 by stevepiscitelli

As a teacher I can excite, energize, and educate. But can anyone really motivate another person? I have been preparing for a webinar I will be facilitating for Innovative Educators (January 29, 2013) on the topic of student motivation.  Even … Continue reading →

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