As school leaders, we are well aware of the ebbs and flows of the school year. September begins with frenzied excitement to take on the new school year and rally our staff and colleagues to strive for new heights of student achievement. After several months, the initia...

Research indicates that routine classroom walkthroughs by instructional leaders that can have significant impact on teaching and learning in schools (Marshall, 2003; Protheroe, 2009). However, our busy- and sometimes unpredictable- schedules sometimes hinder our abilit...

As educators, we are aware of the importance of nurturing a culture of learning both inside and outside the classroom. Teachers work tirelessly to foster a love of learning with students and develop instruction to suit their students’ needs. Similarly, the role of the...

“Warm Demanders expect a great deal of their students, convince them of their own brilliance, and help them reach their potential in a disciplined and structured environment”.

Lisa Delpit, Multiplication is for White People

Clear expectations and accountability are found...