Frustration as a Positive Force - My Commitment

How might you translate the energy of frustration into a positive force for change? 

Dan Rockwell wrote this in his Leadershipfreak blog this morning, and even though I'm not in a traditional leadership role, it rang true to me. 

I am frustrated about mathematics instruction and the reliance on textbooks that encourage conformity rather than development of mathematical understanding. I'm frustrated that it's taking so long for change to happen, and mostly, I'm frustrated that many students are still learning to dislike mathematics at a young age.

Rockwell also wrote,
Determine if they want to do something with their frustration or just complain. Don’t follow complainers.

This year, I commit to stretching myself and doing more with my frustration to impact positive change. I will be the squeaky wheel. Our kids deserve to understand and like math, and I will be part of this change.