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Educator Motivation Video
I created this video for a back to school kickoff event in the Union R-XI School District. I want it to inspire, motivate, and encourage our staff to reach beyond their level of comfort in an effort to take learning and growth to the next level for Union Read More...
Posted 11 August 12 07:37 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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It's that time of the year again...
Every year it happens... Every educator knows what it feels like... Every student knows what it feels like... Sometimes it's really hard to avoid... It's so easy to do... But as we all know, what's easy usually isn't what's best ... Summer is fast approaching Read More...
Posted 28 April 12 07:45 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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Do tests motivate students...?
On a rainy and dreary Saturday morning I was flipping through the channels and I stumbled across one of my favorite childhood shows... Boy Meets World . As I sat there watching several episodes, I came across an episode with a very important topic for Read More...
Posted 04 February 12 04:44 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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Moving forward...
As I was thinking about ways I could close out 2011 with a #BOOM type blog post, I ended up thinking more about the types of blog posts that I enjoy. I enjoy the blog posts with both a relevant and meaningful message that inspires and motivates me to Read More...
Posted 31 December 11 07:46 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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Actions speak louder than words...
One week from today will be my first "official" working day as an assistant principal. In an effort to prepare for this new endeavor, I have been doing a lot of reflecting and thinking. Additionally, I have been trying to learn anything and everything Read More...
Posted 11 July 11 07:09 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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What do you stand for...?
Professional discussion and reflection allow Educators to define their beliefs on a variety of educational topics. I can not think of any professional growth opportunity that is more important than defining who we are as Educators. I created this video Read More...
Posted 26 March 11 04:51 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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What are you really worth...?
There are lots of things that people love: new car smell, walks on the beach, winning the lottery and most importantly, opening a gas station soda only to find out you won a free soda! In addition to these most cherished things in our lives, I also really Read More...
Posted 05 January 11 04:36 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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Educators making a difference...
I recently asked principals and administrators across North America one simple question: What do you love about your job? Here are the responses I got...and I must say, they are pretty awesome. Enjoy! Read More...
Posted 29 December 10 09:47 from Justin Tarte | 1 Comments   
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A small sign of success...celebrate the little victories
I entered the 2010/2011 school year with two goals: Goal 1 - Try as many new and innovative ideas in my German classes as possible... Goal 2 - As a Professional Development Representative at my high school, I want to share as many resources and ideas Read More...
Posted 18 October 10 05:25 from Justin Tarte | 4 Comments   
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REBEL - Education Reform Blog - revisit...The factory model does not work for schools...
Tom Whitby has encouraged all education bloggers to write a positive blog on how we should reform the educational setting. I have decided to revisit a previous post of mine... If you have ever walked into a factory that produces a finished good from raw Read More...
Posted 17 October 10 11:34 from Justin Tarte | 0 Comments   
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Sometimes we all just need a little time...
This past week at school has been particularly busy, and unfortunately this means not getting to spend a lot of time with my two favorite girls. Coming home from meetings, training sessions, and classes late at night are all the perfect ingredients for Read More...
Posted 16 October 10 09:05 from Justin Tarte | 1 Comments   
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Criticism hurts...but how you deal with it is all that matters!
The path to growth and development can be ugly at times. Educators are part of a world that is continually changing and evolving, and as such we are forced to take a leap, and at times take a leap when we are not ready. Going through all my undergraduate Read More...
Posted 10 October 10 08:36 from Justin Tarte | 1 Comments   
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5 things we can learn from our four-legged friends...
My wife and I have been married for a little under three years, and about a year ago we decided that we wanted to grow our family. As we discussed the most typical way of growing a family (a baby), we came to the conclusion that we should start small Read More...
Posted 03 October 10 09:29 from Justin Tarte | 1 Comments   
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Finding...and taking the road less traveled
I was inspired to write this post after speaking with a friend and colleague. Over the course of a lifetime and career we all experience the highest of highs, and the lowest of lows. So much of what we do in our lives comes back to our goals, expectations, Read More...
Posted 19 August 10 08:19 from Justin Tarte | 1 Comments   
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7 proven strategies that WILL engage your students...
Over the last 5 years as an educator, I have learned so much about student motivation and student engagement. Recently, I started reflecting on my current practices and strategies I have used to engage my students over the years. The program I am with Read More...
Posted 07 August 10 05:26 from Justin Tarte | 3 Comments   
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