In my circles and in the landscape of education, I hear all too frequently a phrasing about the “industry of education,” or “in our industry,” leading into more talk about the nature of teaching and learning from early childhood through the university systems. To be fair, I know that ...

The puzzling day comes into every parent’s life when your children become your parents. In an eerie moment we look back to check on them and they’re no longer there. Then we look forward and there they are, outperforming us, outthinking us, and sometimes reaching back to help us move safely ...

The current state of college football is truly putting up a mirror up to reflect the current condition of American society. In a nutshell it is corrupt, lacking common sense, and is filled with individuals and institutions willing to sell their souls for a win, and of course, the cash. Then add ...

As a technical corporate consultant and trainer for several years, I observed the unique classroom dynamic of working professionals. Most were seeking upskilling opportunities for promotions, higher pay and, in some cases, they were simply drawn to learning a new technology. I then moved to ...

I was chatting with a friend who recently donated some clothes to a resale shop. She said that she saw a Louis Vuitton bag on sale for only $647. What a bargain! And, I guess it is. I went to the website and a similar bag is priced at $2,780. It’s a PURSE. I could literally fly to Fiji for ...

As a new school year begins, it is worth pausing to consider the importance and value of education. We are fortunate to live in a time and place where free public education opens doors for every child, regardless of background. It is one of the largest investments our state makes, and one of ...