We teach students to “embrace failure” and “push through challenges.” But when teachers are asked to do the same? The response is often: “This won’t work.” In this episode of The Traveling Principal, I explore the Growth Mindset Contradiction—how we expect perseverance from kids while resisting change ourselves. This isn’t about calling teachers out—it’s about […]
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Listen to this week's episode of the Traveling Principal Show, as host Joe Clausi discusses experiences from this past year that have led him to believe that we are on the brink of what's called, the Teacher Burnout Epidemic.
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Ready to make the most of Organized Binder in your classroom? In this final video of our 3-part series, Mitch Weathers—founder of Organized Binder—shares the best practices and common pitfalls educators encounter when implementing the system. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your current routines, this episode will help you avoid mistakes […]
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Welcome to this week's education resources from the Traveling Principal Joe Clausi. This week, I talk about a tour I did of 2 schools with Mitch Weathers, founder and the brains behind Organized Binder. We asked teachers these what questions they had mid year, and how we could support them. The following is part 2 […]
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The Traveling Principal Joe Clausi presents a 3 part mini series with owner of Organized Binder, Mitch Weathers. Where they tour 2 middle schools and ask teachers what their questions were about using Organized Binder and these are the answers to the most commonly asked ones. Enjoy part 1 titled: Effective Structures and Classroom Routines.
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Education Reform Can’t Wait – Here’s What Needs to Change NOW 🚨 The U.S. education system is broken in ways we can’t afford to ignore anymore. We’re underfunding special education, forcing outdated standardized tests on students, and allowing Washington to dictate education policy instead of trusting local leaders. It’s time to make bold moves: ✔ […]
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Big Shifts Are Happening in U.S. Education—Are You Paying Attention? The U.S. Department of Education is at a crossroads. New leadership, funding changes, policy shifts, and a push for more state control—this isn’t just talk, it’s happening right now. In my latest episode of The Traveling Principal, I break down five of the biggest education […]
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TEACHERS: Want to reclaim hours of your week? Between lesson planning, grading, and endless emails, teaching can feel like a never-ending job. But what if you could work smarter, not harder? On the latest episode of The Traveling Principal Show, we’re breaking down teacher hacks that will save you time and reduce stress without sacrificing […]
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Education just changed forever. The U.S. Department of Education is gone, and with it, billions of dollars in funding have vanished. But here’s the real question… 💰 Where did all that money go? 🏫 Who’s funding your local schools now? 📉 Which states will thrive, and which will struggle? Teachers, parents, school leaders—you need to […]
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The U.S. Department of Education is gone. With no federal oversight, education in America is about to change forever. But what comes next? Are we looking at a new era of personalized, community-driven learning—or an educational free-for-all? With schools no longer tied to standardized curriculums, rigid schedules, and government-mandated testing, decentralized education is stepping in. […]
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