Avoid This Phrase as a New Assistant Principal
As a new assistant principal, it is so tempting to start sentences off with “well, in my last district…” You are engaging in conversation with what you have experienced and …
Lessons Learned During My First Week as a New Assistant Principal
“What is happening?!” That is exactly what I was asking my first couple of weeks as a new assistant principal. The start of this new position has been nothing short …
The New School Leader #22
High levels of learning for ALL students will not happen accidentally. As school leaders, we have the responsibility to create an environment in which everyone on our campus is engaging …
The Five Best Leadership Books for New Leaders
This list of the five best leadership books for new leaders does not contain any educational leadership books. Instead, it contains five books that we think all new leaders should …
The 5 Best Communication Books for Assistant Principals
Effective communication is the most important skill an assistant principal can possess. Fortunately, it is a skill that we can learn and develop. It doesn’t have to come naturally. Putting …
The New School Leader #21
As you prepare for the upcoming school year, think about what you want your students and teachers to experience when they step back onto your campus. Be intentional about creating …
The New School Leader #20
Now that summer is officially upon us, we hope you are taking some time to rest and recover. As you are recharging, start thinking about what you want to accomplish …
3 Ways to Start Building Relationships As A New Assistant Principal
I am about to take on my first assistant principal role in July. I am beyond excited and equally terrified (A little imposter syndrome might be kicking in!). However, as …
The New School Leader #19
It’s ok if your leadership journey does not look like someone else’s. Too often, we fall into the trap of believing there is only one path, especially in educational leadership. …
Landing My First Assistant Principal Position
I’m excited to share that I landed a high school assistant principal position for the 2023-2024 school year! Before we celebrate, let me tell you about this assistant principal interview. …