TL;DR: A book desert is defined as a “geographic area with limited access to age-appropriate books, print materials and reading culture.” Reading requires time and access to materials. Students have a right to quality, diverse, and robust selections of books. Consider representation in reading materials. Readers who can see themselves in books are more likely to pick up more books. What is … Read More
Beyond the Desk Leadership
TL;DR: This time of year is interview season, when more aspiring leaders are named principal. Once named, the work begins. There’s a lot to do before school opens for all principals, seasoned and new! Be present and involved in your school. Be an active leader. Move beyond the desk to work side by side with teachers. Suggestions to help all … Read More
3 Ways Leaders Can Succeed on the “SAME TEAM”
TL;DR: In basketball, sometimes athletes end up fighting for the same ball inadvertently. This can happen in leadership too. To be an effective leader, open your eyes to see that you are playing on the same team. When two leaders continue to struggle for the same ball, consider using the “Cloud Technique” with wants and needs. For success, leaders need … Read More
3 Focuses for Marketing Your School in The ’20s
TL;DR: Why you should be marketing your school. 3 focuses to market your school & realistic tips to get started now. A challenge to start marketing your school to your audience… NOW. Yep. I said it: Marketing your school. Let’s start here: If you think your school doesn’t need to be marketing itself, you’re wrong. Full Stop. For the first … Read More