In the evolving world of education, the terms efficiency and effectiveness often find themselves entwined in a love-hate relationship. And with the excitement of a new year, this is a great point to reflect on where and how you are spending your energy. This episode will be a podcast you will...

Happy New Year, gang! Traditions around the world make this special day different for everyone. No matter how you celebrate, embrace the fresh start of a new year.  Resolutions can be too big to maintain for long periods of time.  Set yourself up for success with obtainable, smaller...

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” 

Is it? It can be!

Gang, I get it.  We are in the full holiday craze. The period of time between Thanksgiving and Winter Break is its own time zone.  Between spirit weeks, grades, shopping, traveling, family visits,...

 Are you looking to make a real impact in the field of education? Do you want to join a community of passionate educators and take your career to the next level? 

This an exclusive opportunity that you will want to take advantage of. It's called Within Our Ranks, and it's your ticket...

"You don't always have to be a leader to be an influencer, but you have to be an influencer to be a leader."

The Seamless Connection: Influence and Integrity

In the world of education, influence and integrity are inseparable companions. These two concepts dance hand in hand, shaping the...

In a world where leaders are continuously scrutinized and held to high standards, integrity stands at the forefront of effective leadership. 

Understanding Integrity

Integrity is a set of beliefs, values, and actions others can depend on. It's about more than just doing the right...

I'm excited to conclude the Vision Mission Values Series with a topic that's close to my heart: Values. In the previous Stand Tall Statements Blogs, we discussed the importance of having a clear Vision and a compelling Mission. Let’s explore the critical role that Values play in...

Check out the first podcast in this series, Vision. Be sure to tune in to the final episode of this series on Values on November 1. 

It's your friendly guide and Global Guru in Education, Stand Tall Steve Bollar, back with another dose of wisdom and inspiration. Today, we're diving headfirst...

Hello, educators, administrators, and all those dedicated to the world of education. We're delving into a crucial distinction at the heart of a thriving school environment: commitment versus compliance. While these terms might seem similar, they carry vastly different implications for the culture...

 When your school has an assembly, what does it look like? Kids sitting in rows, sitting quietly, and maybe just some students are engaged? Teachers along the side walls with their arms crossed checking the time?

What if I told you student assemblies can be entertaining, compelling, engage...

Gang, let’s face it.  August does not have to be an entire month of Sunday scaries for teachers and administrators.  If you are in education and have been on social media in the last few weeks, the posts about dreading a return to school starting with days of terrible...

 The first day of school should feel like Christmas Eve! It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

As educators, we understand the significance of a strong start to the school year. It sets the tone for the months ahead and lays the foundation for a positive and productive learning...