Tom Schimmer and I have been connected on social media for years and in this episode, we finally get to have our very first synchronous conversation! No hashtags, no @-ing, just two new friends discussing Tom's ideas on virtue signaling, lifting others up, assessment, and more. Plus a lovely tribute to Phil Langley, Tom's high school counselor, high school basketball coach, and the reason Tom went into education.

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Tom Schimmer is an education author, speaker, & consultant from Vancouver, BC. He has been a classroom teacher, school administrator, & district level leader. Tom is an internationally recognized leader and expert in the areas of assessment, grading, & MTSS. He is a keynote presenter and has also worked directly with schools & school districts throughout Canada, the USA, & 19 other countries. He is the author or co-author of seven books, including best-seller Grading from the Inside Out and his latest, Concise Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Assessment & Grading.

Website: tomschimmer.com

Twitter: @TomSchimmer

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, was just released. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell.

Twitter - @LainieRowell 

Instagram - @LainieRowell

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