An exemplar innovator. A twangy, transcendent Tennessean. A gifted songwriter who rose from humble means in Sevier County. Dolly Parton was often bigger than life, but she never, ever forgot that she was one of us. I grew-up in Knoxville, Tennessee, and am in fact, a native of that same […]
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Podcast Review: Ethan Thornton w/ Mike Rowe
I talk A LOT about innovation on this site. I think innovation is so important that I incorporated the term into the title of this blog. Today, I am going to share a real world example of why critical thinking and creativity must be cultivated in our public schools. Folks, […]
Part I: Lessons from Copenhagen
My family took a trip to Copenhagen, Denmark this summer. I am often asked, “Why did you choose, Copenhagen?” Well, with a lot of prayer, financial discussions, and just wanting to avoid HUGE crowds across Europe this summer, we settled on Copenhagen. We thought about Helsinki, Finland, and Tallinn, Estonia. […]
A New Product: Keepin’ it Reel in Education(ep 1)…..
Reels. Some funny. Some serious. Here is kind of a week in review in the world of local education. I hope you enjoy. 1. This is the sarcastic response most teachers would like to give to the following question when asked at team meeting or data conferences, “We just want […]
Memorial Day and the Bixby Letter
Today, we take a moment to pause and remember those in the American military who never made it home. How does one find the words to thank someone and their family for paying the ultimate price in the name of freedom? Sons, daughters. Fathers, mothers. Husbands, wives. Gone to soon. […]
Reader Appreciation
The site is well on its way to a record year and potentially – doubling or even tripling the traffic from last year. We continue to focus on innovation in education, maintaining public awareness of issues which directly affect educators and families at the local, stated and federal levels. We […]
Book Review: Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by Louie Giglio
Are you noticing a theme on the blog lately? We must equip ourselves to fight and win spiritual battles in our communities, workplaces, and homes. Giglio writes this study to help us prepare and defeat the strongholds of the Enemy. Interestingly he flips the script just a bit. He explains […]
New Ted Lasso Season 4 Trailer Has Dropped
Believe! Who could forget the famous sign above Ted Lasso’s door at AFC Richmond, the Jamie Tart cheer(set to Baby Shark), the Roy Kent “anthem”, and the story arc of a team, a father and son, and a city? Well, the season 4 trailer just dropped, and honestly it looks […]
Book Review: Do Not Leave Quietly by Mario Murillo
I learned of Mario Murillo several years ago from some friends on social media. I tend to take my time in deciding if pastors are legit. His teaching and doctrine are sound. I picked up his book Do Not Leave Quietly (2022). I was blown away with how good it […]
Some Great Podcasts
When I am running or on the treadmill or driving, I like to listen to podcasts or books which are both good for me and keeps me interested. Need some ideas? I am constantly asking my friends for good content. Actually, one of these was even shared with my by […]