Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolGot a Challenge? Try Brainstorming Questions, Not SolutionsIn his book, A More Beautiful Question, journalist and innovation expert Warren Berger writes, “We’re all hungry today for better answers…Mar 29, 2019Mar 29, 2019
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolAdolescence and Identity Development: Designing Curriculum that Meets Students Where They AreThis week’s post is written by Melissa Dolan ’98, our Middle School Curriculum LeaderMar 7, 2019Mar 7, 2019
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolStudent-Led Conferences: What Happens When Students Sit in the Driver’s Seat?Do you remember what it felt like to wait at home while your mom or dad attended parent-teacher conferences — to know they were talking…Feb 20, 2019Feb 20, 2019
Michael KrisinThe Rivers School“Where Does the Power Come From?”: Helping Students Find the Courage to AdaptI was the chess champion of the sixth grade.Jan 31, 2019Jan 31, 2019
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolThe Courage to Hear FeedbackFeedback is a word we use a lot in school. But what does it mean, really? And, more importantly, why would anyone want to receive any?Jan 10, 2019Jan 10, 2019
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolThe Pomodoro Technique: A Practical Homework ToolHave you ever had the experience of sitting down to complete a small task, and 25 minutes later, you still haven’t finished it — but you…Nov 29, 20181Nov 29, 20181
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolThe Intrinsic Motivation Engine: Helping Kids Drive Their Learning“How do I help my child develop intrinsic motivation?”Nov 14, 2018Nov 14, 2018
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolThe Middle School Brain: Why Pleasure is a Better Motivator than PainHow do we motivate children to make good choices — from avoiding procrastination to acting responsibly with peers? This is a perennial…Oct 25, 2018Oct 25, 2018
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolPractical Wisdom for the Parenting Journey: Introducing Two Amazing SpeakersAs a parent, I am always on the lookout for mentors — people who can help me respond a little more purposefully, responsively, and wisely…Oct 11, 2018Oct 11, 2018
Michael KrisinThe Rivers SchoolHow Growth Portfolios Help Middle School Students Drive Their LearningShortly after I accepted the position as Head of Middle School at Rivers, I came across a box of memorabilia from my years as a student…Sep 27, 2018Sep 27, 2018