Ben Lusk

@FixingEducation @buzzjorgensen You can't throw a kid away because they are disrespectful, break the rules, and don't care. Putting them on virtual is telling them that they don't matter. Even the ones that are awful. There are other options. It's hard and I see them every day but we can't throw them away.

@buzzjorgensen When a student consistently misbehaves, they should learn remotely

A teacher friend of mine told an 8th grader to lower his voice in the library. The student told him to “f*ck off.” That student was sent to the office and it was later discovered he received zero consequences. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞?

@FixingEducation Nice try

Actual footage of a teacher eating during their short lunch break.

@DaveRichardsPhD I have been working in the same direction for quite a while. Might I ask, what does your change look like?

I have had the privilege of leading and supporting the transition from traditional education models to personalized, competency-based learning since 2012. During that time, it has become increasingly clear that districts don't fail at competency-based learning because of vision. They fail because their systems and structure don't change. In Michigan, we are ready to systemically shift our model of learning. Increasing student engagement, developing meaningful assessments, and creating a culture of learning to support every child, every day. Thank you to @BridgeMichigan for highlighting the important work happening on multiple fronts to make this happen. bridgemi.com/talent-educati…

Thought provoking article that proposes that just like textbooks shouldn't drive curriculum, class tech shouldn't drive what we teach, rather it should enhance what we teach. Every Tech Tool in the Classroom Should Be Ruthlessly Evaluated nytimes.com/2024/04/24/opi…

@jaymctighe That is my absolute favorite quote. The way it changes the focus of teaching and learning is so powerful.

Here's a related idea from Grant Wiggins: "It's not teaching that causes learning.  Attempts by the learner to perform cause learning, dependent upon the quality of feedback and opportunities to use it."

@jaymctighe Love resources like that Jay! Hope all is well!

The MA DOE has produced an informative, interactive guide to Creating Curriculum Units based on the UbD® framework. This is an excellent resource to use with district curriculum teams. mass.gov/doc/creating-m…

I correct my original tweet. It has now been 12 months, that's a full year and my panels have still not passed inspection. Still paying but not receiving any benefits. @its20good how can you sell a product that takes more than a year to finish?

Thanks to the both of you! I love working with you in your classes and learning from you as wrll!

@D1gSolar It has been 7 months and my solar panels still haven't passed inspection, don't produce electricity and there isn't any insulation in my attic. The best part, I'm already paying for them.

Great way to spend a birthday with my boys and a Doobie Rotherham show!

Congrats Mr Sam Lusk for scoring in the top 10% in the nation in the Noetic Math Contest! Proud of you my friend!

@GriesserKeith Feels like yesterday that Jenny I were planning the NKY ELA and math content networks

A3. Our P3 leader Jenny Ray is retiring. We know we want to do something nice but nothing finalized yet. Maybe we will get an idea from this chat. #kyadmin

@BrummerTonya So awesome to finally be healthy. How have you been?

@lusk_ben So happy to see this news! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

This has taken a bit to process. I'm finally cancer free! I want to thank my friends, co workers, and doctors who have been by my side through this, you rock! Mostly I would like to thank my family who gave me strength when I needed it the most. I love you guys!

@charlseys45 Thanks Charlsey hope you're doing well!

@lusk_ben Best news ever!!

@justinbathon Thanks Justin! Glad to hear you're through your journey as well!

@lusk_ben Went through that same moment this last year myself. Congratulations on making it to this point. It is not and easy roller coaster to ride.

Love it @mrsenzweilerBES your students did a great job! A little design thinking, a little multimedia, and a lot of personality! Thanks to Poseidon Pizza for working with us and I can't wait to have a Beechwood pizza!

I think all administrators should teach students on a regular basis. It keeps them keep sharp, empathize with teachers and students, and provides an opportunity to be a model classroom. It lends credibility to decisions and respect amongst the staff. edweek.org/leadership/tea…

Our outstanding industry partners at Amazon, Josh and Megan, gave Mrs. Roark's students a challenge: improve the company's leadership and safety metrics with a plan and presentation. The ideas are terrific! @beechwoodsup @beechwoodhs @BHS_AP @lusk_ben @BeechwoodEDGE

These guys! 4th and 5th place @RunFlyingPig 5k in their age group! Proud of you guys!