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. …
Embrace the Awkward, and do the Mock Interview
Nothing is more vulnerable than asking a friend to do a mock interview with you. You’ve got to present yourself professionally, which is not natural when sitting with a buddy. …
In the Midst of the Journey
I wanted to take the time to write a follow-up to my last post, where I shared about reaching out to potential hiring principals. This went better than expected! I …
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 …
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: If you can do these two things, you are …
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. …
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 …
Seven Things To Do After Getting The Assistant Principal Job
You did it! You got your first assistant principal job! Now what? The assistant principal job can be tough, especially in the first year or so. However, here are 7 …