Making the Most of Where You Are
It isn’t easy to get that first assistant principal job, particularly if you are trying to move up in the district you are already a part of. There are some …
The New School Leader #10
Welcome to the first issue of the New School Leader newsletter of 2023! In June of 2022, we launched the first official issue of the newsletter, and since then, over …
Harness the Power of Reflection as a School Leader
Reflection is powerful, and there may not be a greater gift one can give themselves than the gift of time to actually be spent in reflection. Daily Reflection If I …
The New School Leader #09
You don’t need a badge, a title, or a nameplate on your desk to be a leader. The way you conduct yourself every day is what allows you to lead, …
The New School Leader #07
Stop thinking about what programs or initiatives you need to start. Instead, think about what you need to take away. Teachers are overwhelmed. Don’t put one more on their plate …
The New School Leader #06
How do you move your campus forward in the work of ensuring high levels of learning for all students? Start here: Be crystal clear when it comes to expectations. Everyone …
The New School Leader #05
As we prepare for the start of the new school year, keep this at the forefront of your attention: Don’t talk to teachers about self-care this year. They’ve heard that. …
Using Social Media as an Assistant Principal
I love using social media in my role as an assistant principal. It can be such an important tool for a number of reasons. However, there are a few things …
The New School Leader #04
“It turns out that when you present people with reality, they want to get better.” – Laszlo Bock One of the biggest hurdles to growth is not having a clear …
The New School Leader #03
Before we go any further, we want to welcome the 47 new subscribers that have joined us over the last two weeks! Thank you for trusting us and for coming along with …