In education we hear about the achievement gap that is exists between various groups of students. There is the reported gap between race, gender, and socioeconomic status. Does it truly exist and if so why? Are we making excuses or should I say have we been making excuses for so long that it becomes a…

What does loyalty mean to you? The sad thing is loyalty doesn’t mean anything to those who only have themselves in mind. There is no gray area with loyalty. You are either loyal completely or you’re not loyal at all. I’ve heard the saying that some people are not loyal to you, yet loyal to…

This has been a great week. To top it off a friend of mine sent me a picture of her and it truly motivated me. She had changed her eating habits and I was amazed at her progress. My biggest thing in this journey is that I gave up sweet tea and soda. Everyone that…

I’m determined to make some lifestyle changes. I was speaking with a group of women and we have realized that people are leaving this world at fast rates at young ages. It’s not about making a new year resolution, it’s about wanting to make a change for the better. Women of color are faced with…

There is absolutely nothing wrong with celebrating!! Often times people mistake a celebration as someone being cocky, but it’s not about being cocky, it’s about celebrating the hard work you put in. Those that are prideful and are genuine about their celebrations usually celebrate and then get back to work on the next journey to…

In a society where everyone has a position, no matter how small or how large, it is important to evaluate your position. When I refer to positions, I not only speak about paid positions, but also life positions. Who you are and what you represent is your position. We have all heard the phrase “stay…

Often times people ask me how do I balance my busy life. Sometimes I wonder the same thing. Family, work, and play are all important. I was recently talking to another educational professional and realized that for the first time since age 5, I am no longer enrolled in school! 😂 Yes, quite comical but…

We all know there are people and things we do not like in our lives and careers. That’s life! There are many unhappy people out there that can be very toxic. The truth of the matter is, some have valid reasons to be upset but negativity doesn’t change the situation. We are all not going…

As a school administrator or in fact any position of leadership, you are always in the spotlight. Everything is always a reflection of you and that is okay because most of the time, that explains what type leader you are. People have expectations for you in this position and you have to govern yourself accordingly….