Bronte ISD (in the community where I serve), held commencement services on May 18, 2018. As usual, that marked the end of school and beginning of summer. Pending unknown and unforeseen circumstances, this will be the first week since graduation I have not packed a suitcase. Not every trip has …
wes Motivation and Leadership
Let’s talk about Student Leadership today. More specifically, let’s talk about developing Students with leadership potential. Over the past 5 years I have had a student leadership team of some sort. The intensity has increased each year as I try to find the right balance between commitment and over commitment. …
Landmarks and Memories
Sometimes I wonder if everyone operates the same way I do. Today, let’s find out. When I drive by certain landmarks and have a memory come to mind, it is generally something I was listening to at the time. As a result, I can drive by a windmill and remember …
The Tension of the 3rd Question
Last week I went to camp. One of my roles at camp was to teach leadership to a group of 12 students. What I did not anticipate, however, was the leadership challenge I was going to face in the process. The kids were great. They were willing to step up …
Leadership and Yard Work
Yesterday was a milestone for me as a father. I have a busy week this week, so I took some time yesterday morning to mow my yard. This time around, however, was different. I had a helper. My 10 year old, earlier this summer, went through Papa and Mimi Lawnmower …