The AP’s Guide to Survival

We’re just two fearless females learning how to survive and thrive in the world of educational leadership.

[Danny Steele @SteeleThoughts]

Education isn’t a goal, and it isn’t a thing that kids obtain. It’s a process that should give young people hope and a sense of empowerment to create for themselves the future that they want.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

Sometimes #adminlife means giving up your Sat. morning to come to school.
BUT, we are ✨chasing joy✨! It’s a beautiful morning, I have sweet tea, & I GET to witness our seniors have some fun!
After a full moon week, this is a beautiful reminder of why I love my job.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

Our second episode is out! And we got to interview one of our favorite people 💖

[Lissa Pijanowski, Ed.D. @lpijanowski]

I had a great time as a guest on the @APSurvivalGuide Podcast with Jen and April. Check out their latest episode - Encouraging a Culture of Innovation with Dr. P. Thanks for the great conversation and I loved your wrap-up! #AODL #innovate2educate https://t.co/O1oxAHiCZ1

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

This is a powerful point. Being a hero is a heavy load, but it’s made easier if we carry the burden together.

[Todd Nesloney @TechNinjaTodd]

You always hear people say “just do it” or “keep going”. But sometimes it’s ok to stop, take a seat, and just breathe.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

@SteeleThoughts Buckets of grace in 2020! Besides, language is fun because it’s fluid.

[Jon Gordon @JonGordon11]

Being positive doesn’t mean you ignore the reality of the situation or sugarcoat what’s happening. It means you don’t let negativity sour things and make them worse.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

“Mic check, mic check. Is this thing on?” 🎙
It’s podcast time, y’all! Stay tuned as we share release dates and links to listen. We are SO excited to share this with you!

#assistantprincipalsrock #assistantprincipal #educationmatters #podcastersofinstagram #educationispower

[Weston Kieschnick @Wes_Kieschnick]

You’ll never make everyone happy.

Seriously...there are people out there who hate pizza. Pizza! What chance do you have of pleasing everyone?

Zero. The answer is zero. Live your life my friends. #TuesdayThoughts #TuesdayMotivation

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

As you recharge this weekend, remember your purpose. Remember your why.
#restinpower

[Eunique Jones Gibson @eunique]

Let’s normalize not needing to know what people are going through in order to be kind and compassionate.

[Principal Project @PrincipalProj]

This isn't an easy time to be a leader – but it's just the right time to make a difference.

To inspire your team.

To lift up your school community.

To change your Ss' lives.

To MATTER.

(Inspiration via P @fastcrayon) #LeadUpChat #APchat #PIAchat

[Debi McNeal @DebiMcNeal]

Schools are full of people doing hard things. But make no mistake, they are doing them and doing them well! Our schools have innovative educators and students working together to make learning happen. #2020willmakeusbetter #Bebrave

[Paul W. Hankins (he/him/his) @PaulWHankins]

Today in PLC, a colleague described how she keeps a spread sheet of things that happen on screen. Like a cat walks across the screen. Instead of chiding the student, she records, “Student has a cat. Ask its name later.” That tiny little move is about relationship now and later.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

What’s your why?? ❤️

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

A little bit of perspective this Monday. We GET to do this!

[Jon Gordon @JonGordon11]

Mondays are a great day to focus on what we GET TO do instead of what we HAVE TO do. Life is a gift, not an obligation.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

“... there are thousands of principals who not only show up to school every day, they put everyone else before themselves.”

The stats are scary, and that’s why it’s so important to create a toolbox to help us survive, and THRIVE, as educational leaders.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

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[Lead4Change @Lead4Changeorg]

Memo to self #leadership

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

A challenge for your Sunday: BE HERE NOW. Whether that is relaxing in your PJ’s, playing with your kiddos, or meal prepping for the week ahead, ENJOY THIS MOMENT. The week ahead will be here before we know it.
#assistantprincipalsrock #educationmatters #beherenow #selfcaresunday

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

@aprilh14 @NesmithECCA Thanks, y’all! ❤️ we’re so excited to start this adventure and learn even more from the leaders that have inspired us.

[The AP’s Guide to Survival @APSurvivalGuide]

Join us as we start our journey into the world of podcasting! 🎙 Stay tuned for updates on our first episode, where we’ll tell you how we’ve learned to survive, and try to thrive, in the world of education.