Social media platforms, like YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter, pay creators for creating engaging content. Imagine if teachers were evaluated, or paid, based on how they engage their students. Would that change the way you engaged your class? Learn more at www.ClasStars.com 

Here is part two of my conversation with Derrick Conley, Excutive Principal at Birch and Pine Tree Elementary Schools in Longview, TX. Derrick has been in education for close to 30 years, and has helped transform the culture of both Title 1 elementary campuses to academic success through relationships and growth. In his experience, a special culture of achievement with TEA distinction recognition, UIL academic competition championships and extensive development of character education and learning opportunities are all attainable through sincere belief in the power of love and need for progress to instill hope. Learn more about ClasStars at www.ClasStars.com

Here is part one of my conversation with Derrick Conley, Excutive Principal at Birch and Pine Tree Elementary Schools in Longview, TX. Derrick has been in education for close to 30 years, and has helped transform the culture of both Title 1 elementary campuses to academic success through relationships and growth. In his experience, a special culture of achievement with TEA distinction recognition, UIL academic competition championships and extensive development of character education and learning opportunities are all attainable through sincere belief in the power of love and need for progress to instill hope. Learn more about ClasStars at www.ClasStars.com

We are living in exciting times, and if you're still a classroom teacher, there are amazing opportunities. Kids need more support than ever, and knowing how to navigate that effectively can make you the teacher that your students will remember for the rest of their lives! Learn more about how ClasStars helps teachers understand and connect with students at www.ClasStars.com 

It's amazing to reach the milestone of 150 episodes! I went back and listened to the very first episode, and realized a few things that this journey has taught me. Learn more about how ClasStars can help teachers notice every child and develop strong teacher-student relationships with each and every student at www.ClasStars.com