“Let me be clear: As it currently stands, we have more policies, systems, and structures currently in place that hinder students than those that help them. Anyone that believes otherwise should talk to any of my students.” This was an excerpt from an Op-Ed I wrote last month for Getting Smart. In it, I sharedContinue reading “In the meantime…”
Author Archives: Jason Vest
The Tyranny of Perfect, The Possibility of Better, and The Magic of Good Enough: Applying Seth Godin’s Thoughts On Marketing To School In 2019
I recently finished Seth Godin’s most recent book This Is Marketing. In it, he provides a wonderful blend of technical, inspirational, and practical insight into marketing and human behavior. His thinking is so far beyond mine, that no description of mine could possibly do him justice. So, I’ll just share what one chapter made meContinue reading “The Tyranny of Perfect, The Possibility of Better, and The Magic of Good Enough: Applying Seth Godin’s Thoughts On Marketing To School In 2019”
What Are We Afraid Of?
We were afraid of a monster under the bed…until we turned on the light. We were afraid to fall off the bike…until we didn’t. We were afraid of giving the speech…until they all cheered. When it comes to reimagining our schools, what are we afraid of? Perhaps, that’s not even the right question toContinue reading “What Are We Afraid Of?”
