One of my favorite songs from back in the day is Lionel Richie’s “Dancing on the Ceiling.” Honestly, that was the only explanation for finding a prom dress on the school roof. Yep, you read that right. You Can’t Make It Up! It was late fall, and our custodian was making his usual trip up […]
Lost and Found…On the Roof? School Mysteries You Can’t Make Up! Read More »
There’s nothing quite like taking school board members on a field trip to witness the magic happening in our classrooms. It’s one thing to hear about all the groundbreaking programs we’re running, but it’s a whole other experience to see them in action. Especially when those “actions” include very lifelike healthcare simulations—think white coats, beeping
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I love football season—when the smell of fresh-cut grass and crisp fall air mingles with the roar of the crowd. It’s a magical time, isn’t it? Friday Night Lights, cheering fans, the band playing fight songs, and… surprise mascots? This particular Friday night was shaping up to be flawless. The bleachers were buzzing with excitement,
Football Season – Penalty! Too Many Mascots on the Field Read More »
It was the end of a pretty typical day in elementary school when I got a call from Ms. Dawson’s second-grade classroom. You know the one—half whisper, half plea for backup: “Uh, we’ve got a… situation.” As a school principal, I was no stranger to second-grade drama, so I expected the usual—a minor injury or
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As educators, we’re no strangers to moments that make us shake our heads in disbelief—those stories that no one outside the school building would ever believe. These are the “You Can’t Make It Up” moments, the ones that leave you asking, “Is this really happening right now?” Whether it’s the nonstop chaos or the small
Processing “You Can’t Make It Up”:10 Questions to Save Your Sanity Read More »
Everybody loves a field trip! Kids exploring historical places, sack lunch picnics, and a big yellow bus full of excited, happy children. But then, the bus breaks down. That’s right—imagine a bus full of fourth graders making their trek home when it suddenly grinds to a halt. Now, that’s a You Can’t Make It Up
Everybody Loves a Field Trip—Until the Bus Stops at a Strip Club Read More »
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
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