Teachers Matter Magazine Issue 65

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Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.

ANNE LAMOTT

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Designing Good Work Conditions for Educators

Psychological Conditions

Schools should be places and students alike.

Andrew Oberthur is the father of two young adults and a primary school principal with over 35 years experience teaching and leading primary schools in Brisbane.

Are you Ready for school? Building a culture of TRUST, COLLABORATION and ENQUIRY between teachers and parents.

Balance: Building Positive Relationships within Educational Protocols

The School Leadership Juggle: Managing the expectations with the reality of school life.

He has been on ABC Brisbane radio a dozen times over the last few years, as well as doing podcasts for various groups. He has been a regular contributor to Kiddipedia, Parent TV, Teachers Matter, Education Today.

Andrew’s passion is about creating positive relationships between teachers and parents, as together, they can have huge impact on children’s learning. Parents and teachers must work together.

well-being by managing their workload. Juggling all the responsibilities associated with teaching can become all consuming. He wants to ensure the longevity of our teachers and leaders by designing strategies for well-being.

andrew@oberthur.org

Try Softer

The Surprising Power of a Gentler Approach to Juggling Challenges— in Life and Leadership

“Softly,” she tells “softly.”

to realise that the “softly”

“go softly.”

“You’ve got to relax more,” “Soft hands, and a soft mind—that’ll do it. Try softer.” try softer

“Try harder!” try softer. try softer.

Steve is an articulate, creative, and competent professional. He values the fostering of positive relationships and revels in working within team environments. The majority of his working career has been in leadership positions in Education. He has nearly 30 years of Primary Principal experience in the New Zealand school setting. He brings to Thrive a multitude of skills that cross over successfully in many working environments. His passions include music, writing and running.

Teach to the eyesthe sparkles will tell you if you are on the right track.

KAREN TUI BOYES

(inspired by Manny Curiel)

TABITHA LEONARD

Empower Teams to Embrace Change

Strategies to Build Resilience, Self-Assurance, and a Growth Mindset in the Face of Challenges

What if I can’t adapt? What if I don’t know enough? I don’t want to let my students down.

“New Curriculum Refresh: Classroom Integration.”

What if I ask something everyone already knows? What if I make a mistake? I’ll look like I can’t keep up.

What if my students end up confused?

What if it’s too complex?

her team with strategies to reframe negative thoughts

True psychological safety requires addressing the fears within, not just the barriers outside.

Building Resilience

Purpose

Instructions

1. Identify a Negative Thought

• • Example:

2. Challenge the Thought

TABITHA LEONARD

3. Reframe the Thought

Example:

4. Apply the Reframe

Example: 5.

Leonard

Tabitha Leonard, creator and founder of coaching known for creating school cultures where approaches to communication propel performance. She is obsessed with supporting leaders to communicate with the brain in mind so they can nurture exceptional educators.

Tabitha@tabithaleonard.com

Tabitha

Why Are Talented People Leaving Education?

Exploring the Impact of Toxic Leadership on Education Professionals.

What Is the Impact of Toxic Leadership?

DR WILLIAM SOMMERS

If we want good places for children to learn, we need good places

Moving Forward how

Bill has been an administrator at the middle school, working in leadership preparation programs and doctoral faculties. As a teacher he worked with self-paced physics, math, and chemistry teaching methods. With over forty years of experience in teaching and leading schools, he has actively extended his learning from educational to include business models. He has been a consultant with Cognitive Coaching, Adaptive Schools, Brain Research, Poverty issues, Leadership Development

sommersb4@gmail.com

Teaching Boundaries

Building Resilient, Responsible, and Self-Regulated Children

"Clear boundaries need to be set, but a [child] needs to feel free."

Boundaries Are Like Netball Rules

KAREN TUI BOYES

Examples

Boundaries create security and safety.

the way we do things around here.

KAREN TUI BOYES

Pick Your Battles

"If it won’t matter after 72 hours, it never did. If you don’t feel the need to react after 72 hours, don’t at all."

Consistency Is Key

“This is the way we do things around here.”

What Will Others Think? Stop Comparing!

“Comparison is the thief of joy.”

KAREN TUI BOYES

“What happens in your home is normal for your family.”

“I’ll

Trust You Until I Can’t”

"I will trust you until I can’t."

"With freedom comes responsibility. If you want to experience more freedom in life, you must take more responsibility for your choices."

Boundaries Are Protective, Not Restrictive

Karen Tui Boyes is a champion for LifeLong Learning and is on a mission to transform education globally. Described as an educational alchemist, a conscious creator and a playful priestess, she grounds the research into practical strategies which positively impact teaching and learning.

A multi-award-winning speaker, educator and businesswoman, she is the CEO of Spectrum Education, Principal of Spectrum Online Academy and the author of 14 books.

www.spectrumeducation.com

Karen Tui Boyes

If you were to find a way to reclaim some time, do you use that reclaimed time to do more or to do better?

Technology’s Impact on the Brain

Essential Insights for Teachers

Technology is a doubleedged sword—it can unlock potential while simultaneously creating barriers to learning.

The Drawbacks

Reduced Attention Span

Impaired Social and Emotional Skills

Technology Addiction

Harm to Young Children

Sleep Disruption

Increased Risk of Obesity

Conclusion

Dr Susan Neimand

Dr. Susan Neimand has been a professional educator for almost 50 years. She is the retired dean of MiamiDade College School of Education, which she led for 14 years. Dr. Neimand served as a P-12 school principal for 20 years, taught every grade level from 4-year-olds through doctoral students, instructed preservice and in-service teachers for 15 years at two institutions of higher education, guided more than 25 doctoral students extensive curriculum, including a complete baccalaureate program in teacher preparation and an alternative

She has written and been awarded millions of dollars in grants to support the work of her institutions, conducted numerous workshops and presentations, and served as an evaluator for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE). Dr. Neimand has published articles and has served on local, statewide, and national committees, including Miami’s Children Trust, for over eight years. Her areas of interest are cognitive neuroscience and learning, transformative pedagogy, and transformational leadership. She partners with Erika Twani at Learning One to One Foundation to serve school districts as a consultant.

drsnei@aol.com

STEVE ZONNEVYLLE

appearing yet yet into a sentence or a thought

When things were challenging but yet yet yet courage to take the next step without the sting of failure.

I can’t do this ... yet

I don’t know how I feel about that … yet.

I don’t know how to print double-sided on this fancy new photocopier … yet.

I don’t understand why people don’t get what I’m trying to say, even when I think I’m super clear … yet.

I’m not good at getting up in front of people and speaking … yet.

I really can’t do this … yet.

“I know that I know nothing.” yet to the Yet Yet Yet yet

Steve is an articulate, creative, and competent professional. He values the fostering of positive relationships and revels in working within team environments. The majority of his working career has been in leadership positions in Education. He has nearly 30 years of Primary Principal experience in the New Zealand school setting. He brings to Thrive a multitude of skills that cross over successfully in many working environments. His passions include music, writing and running.

Understanding Our Roles as Teachers in Addressing Ableism

Fostering Equity in Health and Physical Education

B

What Is Ableism?

Recognising Ableism in HPE

• Competitive standards of success:

• Standardised participation expectations:

• Limited adaptations:

ERIN STEEL

Adopt an Inclusive Mindset

• Adapt Activities for Diverse Abilities

Engage in Continuous Learning and “Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better.”

everyone—when we value diversity, every student has something meaningful to contribute.

Use Inclusive Language

“If you can’t do this, try this instead,” “Here are a range of options—choose the one that works best for you.” This

ERIN STEEL

• Increased participation:

• Stronger community:

Erin is a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience in education. She has a strong commitment to promoting physical activity, healthy lifestyles and personal development among teachers and children. Erin’s expertise lies in Health and Physical Education. She works with senior leadership teams, teachers and students to create supportive and inclusive learning environments that empower students to become or whaea.erin.steel@gmail.com

Erin Steel

Ableism in Physical Education

Based on Ableism – a poem by Maria Palacios

Ableism is… people thinking I don’t want a turn at games and not asking me.

Ableism is… missing PE lessons as my speech and language therapist always visits me at that time.

Ableism is… being the last to be picked for teams. Always.

Ableism is… having to have my mum come on school trips to look after me, even though I don’t want or need her there.

Ableism is… not having enough time to get my PE gear on, so I just sit out and say I forgot it, every single day.

Ableism is… the teacher reminding the kids to ‘include everyone’ when we all know no one wants me to play with them.

Ableism is… not being allows to take part in swimming sports because the school said might trip and fall and be a health and safety risk– even though I am a good swimmer.

Ableism is… knowing I would be a hassle for schools at athletics sports, so I don’t return my permission slip, and no one asks me about it.

Ableism is… being the scorekeeper for games, because I wouldn’t be any good and would let any team down, and no one would really want me on their team.

Ableism is… saying I don’t want to take part when sports visit school, because I don’t want to embarrass myself in front them, even though I would love to have a go.

Ableism is… playing in the sandpit at lunchtime, while the rest of the school plays octopus with the teachers, and none of them asking me if I want to take part.

Ableism is… staying in the classroom when the class goes out for games, and no one noticing.

Ableism is… having to go last at every activity because the teacher won’t wear a microphone in the gym, and I can’t hear the instructions, so I have to follow what others do.

Ableism is… not having the opportunity to train for cross country like my peers because

Ableism is… staying on the bus during the school trip because I would be too slow to go on the walk.

Our Children

VANESSA MCHARDY

Challenges

Devices and Brain Development

The Impact on Expression

VANESSA MCHARDY

The Consequences for Expression

Connection and Settling Activities

We cannot expect our next generation to lead if they are dulled and diminished by addiction.

Vanessa McHardy

Vanessa McHardy is a leading Integrative Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, UKCP registered with 20 years experience, with a speciality for bringing Life Skills for Mental Health and Wellbeing Programmes to school communities. Vanessa has returned to New Zealand after 30 years in the UK, She has a wealth of experience of delivering these services with a focus on wellbeing. She works globally delivering, online to Europe, America, Hong Kong and Australasia.

7 Powerful Strategies to Grow Emotional

Practical Tools for Fostering Empathy, Self-Awareness, and Emotional Resilience in Students

1. Make Emotions Part of the Daily Dialogue
STEPHANIE PINTO

2. Teach the “Why” Behind Emotions

3. Help Students Connect Emotions to the Body

Journaling

STEPHANIE PINTO

5. Foster Empathy Through Group Activities and Open Conversations

Emotional intelligence is not about perfectionit's about growth.

6. Use Mistakes as Opportunities to Learn

7. Recognise and Celebrate Emotional Growth

Stephanie Pinto

Stephanie Pinto is an Emotional Intelligence coach who specialises in helping parents to create an Emotionally

Emotional Intelligence specialist, is a trained paediatric anxiety therapist, and practiced as a Speech Pathologist. She supports parents in learning how to manage their emotions, frustrations and stress so that they are happier, calmer and connect more deeply with their kids.

Find out more at www.stephaniepinto.com

STEPHANIE PINTO

Practical Study Tips for High School Students

T1. Build Your Vocabulary Early

Why Vocabulary Matters

Strategies for Building Vocabulary

• Use Flashcards:

• Learn in Context:

• Review Often:

• Incorporate Multiple Senses:

2. Organise and Track Your Deadlines

The Importance of Time Management

KAREN TUI BOYES

Tips for Staying Organised

• Use a Planner:

• Break Tasks Into Steps:

• Review Weekly:

• Stay Flexible:

3. Review Your Notes Daily

Why Review Matters

Learning is a marathon, not a sprint—start small and stay consistent.

• Summarise Key Points:

• Use Mnemonics:

• Quiz Yourself:

• Discuss With Peers:

4. Maintain a Healthy Brain iStudyAlarm

Karen Tui Boyes is a champion for LifeLong Learning and is on a mission to transform education globally. Described as an educational alchemist, a conscious creator and a playful priestess, she grounds the research into practical strategies which positively impact teaching and learning.

A multi-award-winning speaker, educator and businesswoman, she is the CEO of Spectrum Education, Principal of Spectrum Online Academy and the author of 14 books.

www.spectrumeducation.com

Karen Tui Boyes

How to teach Emotional Intelligence to Students

Simple Strategies to Build Students' Emotional Resilience

A"Approximately two-thirds reported at least one adverse childhood experience (ACE); one in six reported four or more ACEs."

Barriers to Developing Emotional Intelligence

Common Challenges:

SEAN MCCORMICK

Cultural and Systemic

Hurdles:

1. Social Media:

2. Achievement Over Wellness:

How to Teach Emotional Intelligence

Step 1: Hold Space for Emotional Awareness

• “Man up” or “Grow a pair.”

• “Calm down, you’re overreacting.”

"Is there anything you’d like to discuss before we focus on schoolwork?"

"Tell me more."

Emotional intelligence is not innate—it’s a skill set every student can learn.

Step 2: Break Down Emotional Intelligence as a Learnable Skill

• Emotional Awareness:

• Emotional Agility:

• Self-Regulation:

Finger Breathing:

Walking Meditation:

Sean McCormick

Sean McCormick, M. Ed. is an executive function coach and school consultant. He founded Executive Function Specialists, an education business that helps youth, adults and institutions experience the joy and power of a personalised organisation system.

sean@efspecialists.com

“This

competition is more than just a contest; it creates a positive environment and attitude towards writing.”

SURAYA DEWING

SURAYA DEWING

Suraya Dewing

Suraya is a published author. She has a BA in English and History, and a Master’s in Creative Writing. Recently, Suraya set out on a research mission to identify the factors that make writing successful. This led her to immediate feedback.

PHIL MARGETTS

Mountain ® Maungatautari

What Does the Experience Involve?

venture into the ngahere taonga

mauri mana the maunga

kaitiaki

Empowering Vulnerable Communities Through the WOW Approach

Move Up •

• ‘I am’ Statements ‘I am’ Statements is ‘I am’ Statements colourful ‘I am’ Statements ‘I am’ Statements with How do ‘I am’ Statements work? our thoughts matter!

‘I am’ Statements

‘I am’ Statements

“I am brave,” “I am creative,” “I am clever,” “I am strong,” “I am enough”

‘I am brave’

By transforming how people perceive themselves and their worth, WOW fosters deep personal growth and empowers lasting change.

Morag Housiaux

Morag Housiaux is Chief Operations Manager of WOW, married for 18 years, parent of two amazing children and one delicious dog! She lives in Wellington, New Zealand. Morag has over 28 years’ experience in the Social Service and Disability Sector. She is passionate about people knowing their worth and living their best lives!

‘I am’ Statements

We encourage
MORAG HOUSIAUX

What I Wish I Knew

“If we went back through our lives and took away all the mistakes we have made, technically the person we are now would not exist.”

MEGAN GALLAGHER

Taking Care of Your Own Health Is

a Teachers Matter

“We, in education, are in the giving professions, but when you give, give, give and don’t give back to yourself, you run the risk of bleeding out. And when you bleed out, you have nothing left to give. When you have nothing left to give, you need to [get out] ‘cos you’ll be doing damage.”

Curiosity Is One of Your Greatest Assets – Use It Often and Well you are planting seeds all the time with your learners!

Everyone wins when we look after our health – your health is your wealth.

Megan Gallagher Megan is a committed learner. She is a teacher and has been an educational leader who has specialised in health education for a number of years. She is an avid promoter of building resilience in our students and selves

Megan Gallagher

How to Build a Cutting-Edge Class Culture

Three Strategies to Inspire Thriving, Future-Focused Classrooms

T

1. Understand the Importance of Whole-Teacher Wellness

2. Embrace the Role of a Coaching Leader

3. Recognise the Importance of Impactful Leadership

When students feel seen and heard in a safe environment, they are more likely to engage and grow.

Helen

is an educational coach, a John Maxwell

For Teen Academy, a comprehensive holistic online program with a whole school approach for high school leaders dedicated to unlock the power of attendance in their school.

thekeysforsuccesscoach@gmail.com

Helen Verroux
Verroux
HELEN VERROUX

SThey may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.

The Foundation of Soft Skills

JESSYKA COULTER

The Value of Creativity and Problem-Solving

Why Soft Skills Matter

“They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.”

Jessyka Coulter

Jessyka Coulter is the CEO and Founder of Ace Cookie executive functioning skills coaching through her Love to Learn study skills program because she knows most meet every student’s personal learning needs. When teens don’t know HOW to learn, they don’t enjoy school. But, when students discover HOW to learn through the study skills Jessyka teaches, they love to learn. Ask her about her lesson bundles that include content tutoring AND her Love to Learn study skills program.

acecookietutoring@gmail.com

If They’re Excited – Listen

How One Teacher's Philosophy Inspired a Lifelong Approach to Education

A‘why’

‘giftedness’ ‘giftedness’

Discourse was where the learning happened.

‘honourslevel’

The Myth of Sisyphus

Row, Row, Row Your Boat through the television show Futurama

“if they’re excited –listen.”

JAKE NOONAN

How to Actually Apologise to A Kerouac-ian Road Trip Plan of the Cosmos The Egg The Egg,

“If they’re excited – listen.”

Jake Noonan is an academic coach and consultant for the Neurodiversity Collective. There, Jake utilises a decade of experience teaching and supporting neurodiverse and twice-exceptional students. Jake is a specialist within the gifted populations. Jake encourages students to embody their authentic selves while supporting them along their academic journey.

Jake Noonan

Cultivating Visual Education

Creativity Through Visual Media in

VEducational Value of Visual Literacy

Enhances Comprehension and Critical Thinking

Builds Social Skills

Supports Language Development

“Children possess a hundred languages through which they express their thoughts and ideas.” – Loris Malaguzzi

Examples of Visual Literacy in Action

Example One: Visuo-Spatial Literacy

Encourages Creativity and Expression

LILI-ANN KRIEGLER

Example Two: The Story of a Talking Heart

"My story is about a heart that can talk. It can say everything we say. Her name is going to be ‘Heart’. She talks to a dinosaur who is sad because it’s lost its parents. The heart takes the dinosaur to her that talk. They write a letter to the dinosaur’s parents, asking them with Mrs Heart, who is very kind.”

Strategies for Educators to Promote Visual Literacy

• Use Picture Books:

• Interactive Discussions:

• Art Activities:

• Visual Storytelling:

• Technology Integration:

Lili-Ann Kriegler

Lili-Ann Kriegler (B. A Hons, H. Dip. Ed, M.Ed.) is an education consultant and award-winning author of Edu-Chameleon for teachers and Roots and Wings for parents. Lili-Ann’s specialisations are early childhood education (Birth to 9 years), leadership and optimising human thinking and cognition. She runs her consultancy, Kriegler-Education.

For more, visit www.kriegler-education.com

DEIRDRE DUGGAN

Students Leave Lasting Legacies

Operation Pedestrian Crossing

Cultural Heritage

“Operation

we weren’t entirely sure how to spell it correctly, particularly regarding the macron over the ‘O.’ This curiosity led us to question why the macron mattered and what it meant to our community.”

Operation Pedestrian Crossing

“My friend Anna and I noticed that Hamurana Road,

DEIRDRE DUGGAN

near a busy roundabout, lacked a safe crossing. We had seen classmates crossing dangerously close to cars, and we worried that a serious accident could happen.”

Inspiring Future Leaders Across New Zealand

Times New Zealand Herald

Bay of Plenty

We’ve proven that with hard work, collaboration, and resilience, students can bring about real change.

Lessons in Resilience and Leadership

“Don’t be afraid to take a leap and speak up about what you believe in. Change is possible if you’re willing to

“These projects have shown me the incredible potential students have when given the opportunity to lead and take ownership of real-world challenges,” “They’ve learned to conduct research, present a case, and lead with integrity, which are lessons they’ll carry for life.”

Deirdre Duggan

Deirdre Duggan has been a dedicated teacher for nearly 20 years, working in Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty. She lives on a lifestyle block where she and her family are creating a self-sustaining environment. A passionate gardener, Deirdre loves tending her garden and orchard, experimenting with growing plants from seeds and cuttings. She has a particular interest in

Deirdre has three adult children and a grandson, with whom she spends as much time as possible. Her lifestyle block is also home to two dogs, a pet Highland steer, and a pet goat, ensuring life is always lively. Looking to the future, she dreams of traveling around New Zealand and the world with her husband during retirement, exploring new landscapes and cultures.

Raise Children Who Don’t Have To Worry About Money

Child’s Future Wealth

Debunking Common Investing Myths

Creative Ways to Find Money to Invest

• “Investing is gambling.”

• “I could lose everything.”

• “I need a lot of money to start.”

LAUREL MAKOWEM

Start Early and Commit to Regular Contributions

• $20 per week $40,000 or more

• Starting with $2,000 $20 $50,000 • Five Steps to Make Your First Investment

Find the money to invest:

Investing is planning to grow your money over the long term; gambling is to see how much money you can get in the moment.

Building Wealth and Knowledge for the Next Generation

Laurel Makowem
How Risky Play is Essential to Children’s Developmental, Physical, Mental and Emotional Well-Being

Why Risky Play Matters

• Natural Curiosity:

• Social Skills:

• Physical Development:

THERESE HOYLE

Supporting Risky Play “Be careful! Don’t do that!”

• “How are you going to do that?”

• “Take your time.”

• “Do you feel safe?”

• “Where will you put your hand/ foot next?”

• “Do you need any help or support?”

Conclusion

Therese Hoyle

Therese is the best-selling author of 101 Playground Games 2nd Edition and 101 Wet Playtime Games and Activities. She runs Positive Playtime and How to be a Lunchtime Superhero programmes in person and online, nationally and internationally.

Web: www.theresehoyle.com E: alice@theresehoyle.com

Why Playing with Food is Essential

AThe importance of playing with food deliberately

1. Developmental activity

2. Enables interaction

JUDITH YEABSLEY

Interaction can be done:

Food play ideas

Food play ideas away from the table:

1. Sorting.

2. Building towers.

3. Food art.

4. Pasta/rice/bean bins.

5. Cooked food bins.

6. Sauces/purees.

7. Mash.

8. Jewellery.

9. Exploring.

10. Games.

Food play in the kitchen

1. Washing foods.

2. Chopping/ripping/grating.

3. Blending/grinding/bashing.

4. Crumbing.

5. Dipping.

6. Making popsicles

7. Fruit ‘pops’.

8. Dough.

9. Baking.

10. Herbs and spices.

Food play ideas at the table

1. Imaginative play.

2. Testing.

3. Describing.

If a child doesn’t want to touch a food, they are unlikely to want to eat it.

Two key things:

a. Interaction.

b. Play is about fun.

Judith is an AOTA accredited picky eating advisor and internationally nutritional therapist. She works with hundreds of families every year resolving fussy eating and returning pleasure and joy to the meal table. She is also

Eaters and Winner, Winner I Eat Dinner. Her dream is that every child is able to approach food from a place of safety and joy, not fear.

Judith Yeabsley

Health does not always come from medicine. Most of the time it comes from peace of mind, peace in the heart, peace in the soul. It comes from laughter and love.

for Resilience B

When Your Brain is Stuck in Survival Mode

Harness your brain’s neuroplasticity to rewire burnout into resilience, one step at a time.

Neural Networks

Reward System

• Physical goals:

• Hobbies:

• Mindfulness practices:

classroom teacher. Her unique background combines expertise in both neuroscience and education, allowing teaching strategies. Dr Willis is renowned for her books, articles, and presentations, where she translates complex neurological concepts into practical insights for educators0 to enhance classroom instruction and improve student learning outcomes.

jwillisneuro@aol.com

TPurpose

• Seating Arrangements:

1. Start with Your Vision

• Zones for Learning:--

KAREN TUI BOYES

• Movement and Accessibility:

• Teacher’s Space:

Routines and expectations are the backbone of a successful learning environment.

3. Create a Welcoming Atmosphere

• Decorate with Purpose:-

• Incorporate Positivity:

• Personal Touches:

4. Establish Clear Routines and Expectations

• Start with Clear Rules:

KAREN TUI BOYES

• Teach Routines Explicitly:

- Transitioning between activities

• Be Consistent:

5. Organise Resources for Easy Access

• Label Everything:

• Student Materials:

• Classroom Library:

• Tech Tools:

• Learn Students' Names Quickly:

• Get to Know Your Students:

• Be Approachable: 7. Prioritise Safety and Wellbeing

• Physical Safety:

• Emotional Safety:

• Wellbeing Focus: 8. Plan for Flexibility

www.spectrumeducation.com 6. Build Relationships Early

9. Set Up Tools for Communication • Daily or Weekly Updates: • Student Communication: • Classroom Displays:

Final Thoughts

Karen Tui Boyes is a champion for LifeLong Learning and is on a mission to transform education globally. Described as an educational alchemist, a conscious creator and a playful priestess, she grounds the research into practical strategies which positively impact teaching and learning. A multi-award-winning speaker, educator and businesswoman, she is the CEO of Spectrum Education, Principal of Spectrum Online Academy and the author of 14 books.

Karen Tui Boyes
The teaching profession contributes more to our society than any other single profession.

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