The New School Leader #23
“The reason you feel like you’ve got too much to do is because you are doing too much.” – Josh Spector It is so easy for school leaders to get …
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 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 …
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. …
The New School Leader #12
People are constantly watching you, and they are making decisions about you. How do you treat students? How do you treat your colleagues? What kind of attitude do you bring …