by admin | Jan 9, 2019 | Blog
On March 4th, 2016 I presented at the largest educational conference in Asia. This conference was built around “doing school different,” and invited leaders from all across the world involved in innovative programs to talk about school transformation. I... by admin | Jan 8, 2019 | Blog
Looking for ways to develop 21st Century Skills in your students? Find out how we foster these skills at Futures Academy through integrated, self- directed learning.
by admin | Dec 18, 2018 | Blog
Ready for a challenge? Grab a piece of paper and pen, or pull up a blank document on Microsoft Word. Set the timer for five minutes. Your task is to write down your school’s vision statement. It’s ok if you aren’t able to recall it word for word. Just get the gist....
by admin | Dec 9, 2018 | Blog
Relationships Eat Strategy for Breakfast First confession- I misquoted Peter Drucker. I did it intentionally. His famous quote is, “culture eats strategy for breakfast.” This idea alone has led organizations as big as Apple and as small as the local mom and pop shop...
by admin | Nov 18, 2018 | Blog
INTRODUCTION It’s the end of the first semester, and your principal informs you that grades are due in a week. You quickly rush to your Gradebook, hoping you have enough assignments, quizzes, homework and tests entered in for the semester to award a grade for...
by admin | Nov 13, 2018 | Blog
A mile wide or a mile deep? Your choice? When I first started teaching over a decade ago, I had the privilege of witnessing a zen master. His classroom was like a yoga studio. The lights were dimmed, soft music played in the background, and students worked...