
Welcome to the Coffee Bar!

The best conversations usually begin with a cup of coffee.
This is where I think out loud.
Sometimes it’s about teaching.
Sometimes it’s about leadership.
Sometimes it’s about technology, AI, or finding balance in a profession that asks so much of us.
You’ll find blog posts, podcast episodes, reflections from conferences, lessons my students have taught me, and the occasional idea that started as a scribble on a napkin.
So grab your favorite drink.
Stay awhile.
I’m glad you’re here.
What’s Brewing?
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Knowing When It Really Isn’t Worth Your Time
Admittedly, it has been a while since you have heard from us. We addressed that in a podcast a couple of weeks ago, but suffice it to say life just got a little crazy. Now that we are back on track and working to make this the best we can make it, I am coming…
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Pursuing Perfection
It is estimated that the average classroom teacher makes over 1500 decisions per day in the classroom that are impactful. You know these decisions; they are the ones that go beyond should we go left or right out of the classroom to head to the cafeteria and what color post it should I use for…
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Moving beyond perceived limits
If you are a regular listener to our podcast, you may have noticed that David and I have very different personalities. Our differences were actually the inspiration behind our logo. David is much more analytical and structured (although people that have dealt with me on calendar issues might disagree) and I am more the free…
Stay Awhile
Listen While You Sip
House Favorites
Student Voice Matters
The Heart of Perfect Chaos
Joy in Teaching

On the House
Once or twice a month, I send out ideas, encouragement, and resources that don’t always make it to the blog. No spam, Just good conversation.






