Tag Archives: attitude

Anxious Behaviour At School

Posted on May 8, 2014 by J Martens

On April 28th I attended a morning session led by Lynn Miller for the staff at Prince of Wales Secondary.  Below is a photo (and pdf) of my sketch notes from that morning. PDF of my “Anxious Behaviour At School” Sketchnotes Recommended Reading from … Continue reading →

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What a Teacher Makes – West Vancouver

Posted on October 30, 2012 by J Martens

  Over the past six years, Taylor Mali has become a YouTube sensation with teachers (and others).  His presentation of his poem, “What Teachers Make” has been viewed more than four million times. This poem was also part of  an inspiration and presentation that…

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How’s that working for you?

Posted on October 18, 2012 by J Martens

“How’s that working for you?” This is a question I have heard several times over the past few years and heard three times in the past two days. I am reminded of how important a question it is. Here’s why: … Continue reading →

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You Are Important but You Are Not Indispensable

Posted on October 16, 2012 by J Martens

Modified from Kim Schonert-Reichl & others Every student needs two adults in his/her school who believe he/she will be a success in life.  Every teacher needs two colleagues who believe they will be a successful teacher. Some thoughts on taking oneself … Continue reading →

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