On sabbatical. It’s a part of a planned half-time. If you haven’t planned your half-times (learn about it here), I highly recommend it. Not just for...
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You’ve seen the videos. He’s standing with one foot on the boat and one foot on the dock. The boat starts rocking and drifting from the...
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Consider enrolling in the Principals’ Seminar 3 in 3. It’s designed three years of experience in three weeks’ of learning. View the full curriculum and details...
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There are a few additions that you could make to any week: A few more veggies and fruits A bit more exercise A ounce more of...
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Replace the worry, noise, and self-doubt with the prowess and peace of mind of a seasoned school leader. Principals’ Seminar already has over 100 principals and...
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Twenty nineteen was a year of expansion. Many lessons were learned from failures and challenges: Embrace growth when it occurs, even if unplanned. Action is the...
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“Every human being enters each day with a finite amount of mental energy. Once that energy is gone, it’s gone for good.” – Daniel Bauer This...
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If you’re following the Mafost blog, first let me say a quick thank you. You literally are the reason that this blog exists! Quick Message: This...
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The Mafost blog is closing. I’m all out of ideas to share. The pen’s dry. The keyboard’s broken. It’s been a good run for the past...
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Bold: showing an ability to take risks; confident and courageous. Empathy: the experience of understanding another’s thoughts, feelings, and condition from his or her vantage point,...
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Sometimes its good to just slow down and say thank you. Thank you for taking the time to read this blog. If you’ve followed for any...
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I’m interested in hearing your thoughts. What’s on your mind in your work? Has this blog stirred your thinking? What topics would you like to question?...
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When flowers are blooming and the sun is staying longer in the sky, we know the seasons are changing. When leaves fall and morning dew turns...
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This day a year ago, I wrote the article Finding a Place Among Connected Educators, and stated, “It’s the relationships that make learning come alive. It’s...
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On Tuesday, May 1st, you’re invited to listen to Episode 1 of the new Mafost Mashup podcast – insanely innovative ideas for school leaders. The first...
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