#20 Lead like a Pirate

Please introduce yourself and tell us a little bit about who you are, where you are from, what you teach and anything else you want to include!

In Chapter 3: Rapport, on page 32 of the book, the authors tell a story about a checklist. What do you think was on the checklist?  If school leaders were to make a useful checklist with the intent of creating authentic, meaningful conversations about teaching and learning, what should be on such a checklist?

What was your favorite phrase, statement or story from the video?  Why is it meaningful to you? How will it impact your teaching?

In Chapter 4:  Ask & Analyze, on page 51 of the book, the authors tell a story about a dry-erase board.  What would one of your hook marquees say? Why?

Mr. Chahrozian says "Students will learn from you without even opening a book?" What do you hope your students learn from you beyond the academic content you teach? Why?

Answer Beth & Shelly’s interview question: “Tell me about a lesson you have taught that you could’ve sold tickets to."

What was your favorite phrase, statement or story from the video?  Why is it meaningful to you? How will it impact your teaching?

Appreciation Challenge ~ What you can do to show appreciation for others (students, teachers, colleagues, parents, or community members - whatever works best for your professional situation)?  Do it!  Then, notice and share the impact here. 

Beth says you don’t need to have a title to be a leader. How are you a leader in your school and in your community?  What have you done (or could you do) to take your leadership to the next level?

Greatness Challenge~ Define what greatness in your current position and in your next, your dream position, entails.  Write down the steps necessary for you to move toward your vision of greatness.

Please post your thoughts about this course below.  What did you like about it?  What didn’t you like about it?  Would you recommend this book study to a colleague?