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"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller Just in time for year-end reflection and new year planning, the conclusion and final Lesson from the Lightkeeper, "Teamwork Multiplies the Light!" drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

“You must take personal responsibility. You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons, or the wind, but you can change yourself.” Jim Rohn The focus of the latest episode of "Lessons from the Lightkeeper" is the importance of taking responsibility. drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

"If we want to design schools that promote student ownership of learning, one underlying principle must come to the fore: Relationships are essential for learning." - Charles Leadbeater Relationships are key and crucial and are this week's focus. drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

Sir Winston Churchill said, "The most important thing about education is appetite." In this latest lesson, Dr. Jackson discusses the power of learning from everyone around you while avoiding the pitfalls of pride. #ShineTheLight drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

Maya Angelou said, “Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can't practice any other virtue consistently.” Never has courageous leadership been more needed. The latest Lesson from the Lightkeeper is extremely timely. drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

"Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish." - President John Quincy Adams Got 15 minutes? Ready to reflect and grow? This special Professional Development Leadership series is for you! drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

In this 7th episode of "Lessons from the Lightkeeper," the focus is on the importance of practice. Aristotle said, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." Practice is the "little bit more" that separates great leaders. drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

The latest lesson in the "Lessons from the Lightkeeper" special series highlights the importance of preparation. Preparation is a process, not an event, that precedes spectacular achievement. #ShineTheLight drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

“I don’t care how much power, brilliance or energy you have, if you don’t harness it and focus it on a specific target, and hold it there you’re never going to accomplish as much as your ability warrants.” - Zig Ziglar #FocusDirectsTheLight #ShineTheLight drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

Initiative Activates the Light! The third lesson in the "Lessons from the Lightkeeper" special series is here! Every journey begins with the first step. Without initiative, there is no progress. With initiative, the doors of opportunity are wide open. drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

"Nothing is as important as passion. No matter what you want to do with your life, be passionate." - Jon Bon Jovi An EdLeader's passion is the source of their energy. It propels them forward. The power of passion in great leaders cannot be denied. drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

Belief Lights the Light! After a wildly successful launch, "Lessons from the Lightkeeper" is back as @Dr_Rob_Jackson discusses how our beliefs in the ability and capacity of our students, our teammates, and our leaders impact outcomes. #ShineTheLight drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…


“You must take personal responsibility. You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons, or the wind, but you can change yourself.” Jim Rohn The focus of the latest episode of "Lessons from the Lightkeeper" is the importance of taking responsibility. drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

The latest lesson in the "Lessons from the Lightkeeper" special series highlights the importance of preparation. Preparation is a process, not an event, that precedes spectacular achievement. #ShineTheLight drrobjackson.blogspot.com/p/lessons-from…

The NC Teaching Fellows Program is EXTENDING its application deadline to midnight on Jan. 25. If you're a high school senior pursuing a post-secondary degree in education, don't miss this scholarship opportunity. Learn more and apply - ncteachingfellows.com.




