Earlier this semester, during our Teacher-Leader planning days, we left our conference tables behind and stepped into the heat of a neighborhood not very far from our campus. Instead of reviewing calendars and refining strategic goals, we spent the day clearing brush, pulling debris, and laying pavers to create a new pathway through a small... Continue Reading →
For more than twenty five years, I have had the privilege of working in schools. I have been a teacher, a coach, a dean, a principal, and a partner to students, families, and colleagues. I have watched schools change and evolve. I have seen educational trends rise and fade. And through it all, I have... Continue Reading →
Author’s Note:I have always believed that schools should be places where students discover who they are and who they are becoming. This post reflects a recent conversation with school leaders from across the Americas about how we design graduation pathways that honor student strengths, widen access to rigor, and prepare young people for a rapidly... Continue Reading →
I recently watched the TV series Stick, the story of a once-prominent golf pro who returns to the game not to reclaim his own glory, but to coach a young golfer named Santi. Now, let me be clear: there is plenty in Stick that has nothing to do with my life as an educator. There... Continue Reading →
Every five years, Lincoln School undertakes an important journey: our Cognia re-accreditation process. For those who might not be familiar, Cognia is a global accreditation organization that sets high standards for schools around the world. It’s not just about meeting expectations—it’s about pushing ourselves to reflect, improve, and grow as a learning community. Successfully completing... Continue Reading →
At Lincoln School, we believe that learning doesn’t stop with our students. As a community of educators committed to growth and innovation, we see ourselves as a learning organization—one where curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement are woven into our daily practices. Our commitment to life-long learning begins with deep subject expertise. Every Lincoln School teacher... Continue Reading →
On March 20, 21, and 22 I had the great pleasure to attend and present at the American International Schools in the Americas (AMISA) EdCon, an educators’ conference that brought together teachers, administrators, school staff, and consultants from around Latin America and beyond. The 2024 version was held at the American School of Asunción in... Continue Reading →
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