Chris VollumThe Day my Voice DisappearedThe following is inspired by Brené Brown’s work on the subject of vulnerability. After many months and even years contemplating whether I…Oct 19, 2019Oct 19, 2019
Chris Vollum2017/18; That’s a wrapAnd so ends another school year of “Social Media Fitness.” As Frank Sinatra once sang, “It’s Been a Very Good Year.” But a very good year…Jun 24, 2018Jun 24, 2018
Chris VollumWhen Fear Replaces HopeI had a conversation recently with a parent that attended an evening presentation of Social Media Fitness. Her grade 8 son, a competitive…Apr 24, 2018Apr 24, 2018
Chris VollumConversations with a PrincipalI had the opportunity recently to chat with Chris Moore, principal at Indian Creek Rd. Public School in the Lambton Kent District School…May 26, 2017May 26, 2017
Chris VollumA Word on Scheduling Your ContentI had the distinct privilege recently of speaking at the OPSBA’s annual Public Education Symposium 2017 in Toronto. I also participated in…Jan 21, 2017Jan 21, 2017
Chris VollumThe Case for ProficiencyFull disclaimer; I am the parent of two kids, aged 18 and 23. They both grew up with and use social media, daily. So, I get to write what…Dec 31, 2016Dec 31, 2016
Chris VollumOff the grid, and back againBack in May I began reading about the numerous tangible and intangible benefits of disconnecting. In other words, completely leaving the…Aug 18, 20161Aug 18, 20161
Chris VollumIt’s Been a Very Good YearIn the words of Frank Sinatra, my 2015/16 “Was a Very Good Year.” To clarify, working with students, administrators, parents, teachers and…Jun 24, 2016Jun 24, 2016
Chris VollumMe and My Apple WatchIt’s important to me that if I’m engaged in conversation with another person, or watching a presentation, demonstration or sights and…Jun 18, 2016Jun 18, 2016
Chris VollumName the Villain; App or UserI recently watched a 90-minute video delivered at a school District’s parent night titled “The Impact of Social Media on our Schools and…May 11, 2016May 11, 2016