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Multum Non Multa: Cultivating Depth in Education
In continuing our exploration of excellence in teaching, inspired by Chris Perrin’s The Good Teacher, I want to delve into the Latin phrase “multum non multa,” meaning “much, not many.” This principle invites us to prioritize depth over breadth, encouraging us to focus on what truly matters. In education, as in life, we often face…
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Festina Lente: Making Haste Slowly in Mathematics Education
In The Good Teacher, Dr. Chris Perrin introduces the ancient Latin maxim festina lente—”make haste slowly.” At first glance, it seems contradictory. But for educators, especially those of us who shape curriculum and instructional direction, this phrase carries profound wisdom. In an age of standardized testing, pacing guides, and pressure to “cover the curriculum,” the…
Behind the Curriculum Curtain
Leadership Lessons from the Coordinator’s Desk
Behind the Curriculum Curtain 