Staying with the animal theme this week, we’re bringing you another tale from the untamed halls of one of our readers. Got a You Can’t Make It Up story involving an encounter with something furry, slimy, or hissing? Drop me a line—I’ll feature it on the blog! It was the beginning of the school year, […]
Welcome to Our School! Meet Our…Tarantula?! Read More »
This week, we’re hitting pause on the usual head-shaking stories. Instead, let’s talk about what happens when life tosses not just one wild situation your way but a whole series of them. Because let’s face it—sometimes it’s not just one “You Can’t Make It Up” moment. It’s a marathon of them, back to back, with
What Do You Do With a Whole Week of “You Can’t Make It Up” Moments? Read More »
This Week’s Featured “You Can’t Make It Up” Moment comes from one of our subscribers! Got a story that made you shake your head and think, “You can’t be serious?” Send it my way—no names, no places—just the wild, funny, or downright bizarre situations we all encounter. Let’s laugh (or cry) together. The Classroom Visit
When An Observation Goes to the Dogs: A Principal’s Puppy Predicament! Read More »
This summer, I attended a conference with many of my state-level colleagues. These gatherings are always a great time to focus on the issues at hand, chart the future, and—let’s be honest—have some fun together! One of my friends was tasked with setting up the main room, where the entire group would convene. When I
The Double-Screen Dilemma: When Simple Is Not Read More »
Ah, the start of a new school year—fresh crayons, name tags on desks, and the excited buzz of parents and kids exploring their new kindergarten classrooms. It’s supposed to be a time of smiles and new beginnings, right? That’s what I thought as a brand-new elementary principal, eagerly preparing for my first Kindergarten Roundup. Little
Kindergarten Roundup and the Brawl in the Hall Read More »
This weekend, I caught up with a colleague from “across the pond.” He’s an administrator in Britain, and we always enjoy exchanging stories about the wild world of education in our respective countries. We often think the “You Can’t Make It Up” moments we encounter are unique to our school districts or even our countries,
Lighten the Load: Universal ‘You Can’t Make It Up’ Moments Read More »
Ah, summer! It’s the season of sun, fun, and local carnivals. Like clockwork, the festival rolls into town every year in my hometown, bringing with it a buzz of excitement. There’s nothing quite like clutching a strip of ride tickets, eyes wide with anticipation. As kids, we’d conquer the rollercoaster first, brave the dizzying heights
Stop The Ride – I WANT TO GET OFF! Read More »
If You Ask… Ah, the end of the school year. The time when students and teachers are both counting down the days, hours, and minutes until summer vacation. As an educator, we expect the unexpected, but every now and then, a moment comes along that You Just Can’t Make Up. Take, for instance, our sweet
One Little Finger Really Packs a Punch! Read More »
Every year, as predictable as the changing seasons, comes a surge of last-minute pleas and “special” requests that test our decision-making, our policies, and our patience. One memorable instance involved a request concerning a student’s science course options in middle school. The email request began typically enough, with a citation straight out of our district
Parents, Policies, and Pleas Read More »
In our latest journey into the less glamorous aspects of education, we’re exploring the turbulence and confusion caused by fictional—and sometimes anonymous—social media posts. Sound familiar? Unfortunately, this reality is all too common. Here’s what happens when digital dramas spill over into the hallways of our schools. The Situation: An anonymous parent posts a harrowing
Navigating “You Can’t Make It Up” Social Media Storms Read More »
