School Sparks with Dr. Desi Cameron

Spark 27: Gratitude!

This is for anyone: 1. Write down (and perhaps share with someone) what you’re grateful for, at least three things each day: specific moments, people, lessons, etc. 2. Express gratitude for others: by email, text, handwritten note, to share the impact they make and what you most appreciate about them!

Spark 26: Power of music!

For anyone who works at a school: 4 ways to incorporate music into the life of your school for positive change!

Spark 25: How to approach a parent complaint or concern’

For teachers and leaders: Here are 5 tips to help you navigate a parent complaint or concern!

Spark 24: Build in time for reflection in classrooms and meetings!

For teachers and leaders: In this episode, I talk about ways teachers and leaders can build in reflection practices with an eye toward growth. Teachers can collect data to help shape their teaching practice, and help students develop their awareness of their learning. Leaders can get a sense of what individuals took away from a meeting as well as get feedback on how to continuously improve meetings.

Spark 23: How to move from venting or problem posing to problem solving!

Four steps to take when someone brings a problem or frustration your way. 1: Listen for 5 minutes. 2: Pause and name it 3: Reframe toward problem solving 4: Have the person who brought the problem to you bring ideas on how to solve the issue first before giving your own ideas!

Spark 22: Self care tips!

For anyone who works at a school: three tips you can try today! They will make a difference!

Spark 21: How to repair after making mistakes

For anyone who works at a school: 3 tips to help you grow and learn from a mistake.

Spark 20: Get a mentor!

This spark is for all those who work in a school: Three types of mentors we all would benefit from having in our lives to support our work in schools!