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Can We Agree That All Means ALL?

Tom Hierck Posted on February 16, 2015 by Tom HierckFebruary 16, 2015

I attended the recent Title 1 conference in Salt Lake City and was pleased to sit alongside Chris Weber and Shane Templeton on a panel facilitated by Lissa Pijanowski to talk about our work and reference the RTI Roadmap that … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged All, Relationships, Success

Your Next First Step

Tom Hierck Posted on January 26, 2015 by Tom HierckJanuary 26, 2015

I was fortunate to spend time with two schools this past week and have enjoyed an ongoing connection with them for almost three years. Over that time we’ve looked at curriculum design, assessment practice, school culture, leadership, and response to … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Growth, Planning, Relationships

There’s Really Only One R to Focus On…

Tom Hierck Posted on August 30, 2014 by Tom HierckAugust 30, 2014

Throughout the history of education we’ve heard about the importance of the three R’s (even though only one of the words actually starts with an R!) as the foundation of good schooling. As the last long weekend of summer break … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Relationships

“We’re here to watch the game, not to have fun.”

Tom Hierck Posted on May 19, 2014 by Tom HierckMay 19, 2014

Last Saturday I had the chance to go to Wrigley Field for the first time and watch a Cubs game with three friends. It was an afternoon game and they decided I needed the full experience so we were going … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Engagement, Leadership, Relationships

Collaboration – Helping Smart People Get Smarter

Tom Hierck Posted on May 11, 2014 by Tom HierckMay 11, 2014

A lot of my work involves facilitating groups as they develop curricular units of study, assessments, and RTI processes. I am often reminded of how rarely schools and districts structure time for educators to get together and do this type … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Collaboration, Relationships, Teamwork

What Inspires You?

Tom Hierck Posted on April 18, 2014 by Tom HierckApril 18, 2014

My wife and I took some time recently to go hiking in Sedona. It was an excellent few days of activity and relaxation. She took the photo above and asked me what inspired me. I gave the perfect husband answer … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Inspiration, Relationships, Success

Running to Jog My Thoughts

Tom Hierck Posted on February 10, 2014 by Tom HierckFebruary 10, 2014

I got home this weekend after a twenty-day road trip and was really looking forward to as much laziness as I could pack into the 28 hours I had in my house. I was reminded that I had agreed to … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Connections, Kids, Relationships

A Grinning Streak

Tom Hierck Posted on January 29, 2014 by Tom HierckJanuary 29, 2014

A long time ago I noticed something when I looked in the mirror. Devoid of any effort to smile, I looked unhappy, concerned, troubled, and a person to avoid. Hard to accept when you consider yourself a “people person” and … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Positive, Relationships, Smile

Returning (Thoughtfully and Carefully) to School

Tom Hierck Posted on January 4, 2014 by Tom HierckSeptember 20, 2014

I sincerely hope that anyone reading this had a wonderful and relaxing break over the Christmas season filled with special moments with family and friends. I’ve come to realize that is not likely the reality for many of our kids … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Back to School, Modelling, Relationships

I Am the Future

Tom Hierck Posted on December 2, 2013 by Tom HierckSeptember 20, 2014

Being an educator is hard work. It is a profession driven by, and fueled by, passion. It demands the very best people, and the very best from those people. It requires change that reflects the changes all around us. It … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings | Tagged Connections, Future, Relationships

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