Perhaps in a period of change or metamorphosis, it's good to remember some timeless principles in education. I was most recently reminded of these principles in the last few weeks, as many of us in Southwest Ohio were challenged by the loss of an incredible educational leader, Dr. Ray Bauer. His sudden death impacted everyone whose life he had touched, both professionally and personally.
What are the timeless principles this educational leader taught us in his 42 years as a teacher, school administrator, and superintendent? So many have tried to capture these thoughts through memorial services, funerals, Facebook pages and casual conversations. Students described Dr. Ray as a mentor, role model and friend. Everyone whose life had been touched by Ray considered him to be a friend.
...A reminder to all of us in the educational community. To have an impact on young people (and our fellow colleagues) we must first have relationship - respect, trust and admiration. Then a world of possibilities break open for us. Ray knew this better than most.
Thank you Ray for teaching us what matters most in school, and life!
Tribute to Dr. Ray Bauer, Milford School District
Dr. Ray Bauer Will be Missed by Many - Community Press
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Friday, February 20, 2009
Seizing Opportunities in Hard Times
...This great title caught my eye in a recent email from eSchoolNews. In the full article, they quote AASA's Keynote Speaker Donna Brazille...
There is "so much hope, so much energy--so many people willing to do the right thing," she said. "This is our moment now--let's seize it to serve a greater cause than ourselves."
What a profound statement! At this very moment in time - when we are all worried about both personal and school finances, it's time to dig in and seize the opportunity that our new President has set at our feet. How will our 50 states respond to this unique chance to make a difference with technology through the EETT funds set aside for competitive grants? Will they choose solutions that have the potential to transform teaching and learning...or will it be same old, same old?
Now is the time to reflect on what we have learned from previous experiments with educational technology. Now is the time to spend these dollars wisely. Our 21st Century learners are waiting...
There is "so much hope, so much energy--so many people willing to do the right thing," she said. "This is our moment now--let's seize it to serve a greater cause than ourselves."
What a profound statement! At this very moment in time - when we are all worried about both personal and school finances, it's time to dig in and seize the opportunity that our new President has set at our feet. How will our 50 states respond to this unique chance to make a difference with technology through the EETT funds set aside for competitive grants? Will they choose solutions that have the potential to transform teaching and learning...or will it be same old, same old?
Now is the time to reflect on what we have learned from previous experiments with educational technology. Now is the time to spend these dollars wisely. Our 21st Century learners are waiting...
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