
…of distrust in education is counterproductive and thwarts teacher development and self improvement. Creating a culture where teachers feel they can ask for advice and help is imperative. Giving them choice in what they need and how they receive it is important. A former colleague and head of a middle school asked her faculty at the opening meeting to identify…
…ed her and knew that she was trying to help, I was able to bounce ideas off her and ask for advice. Debbie modeled what a good mentor/mentee relationship should be: a place where you are comfortable enough to be vulnerable. I still hear her voice today as I work through crafting a lesson. She taught me about the importanc…