School administrators can’t build culture by themselves… but they can certainly set the right tone. And that tone is:
1) The administration supports the teachers.
2) The teachers collaborate to support the students.
3) We’re all gonna have fun doing it.
It takes courage for teachers to reimagine a classroom different from the one they experienced. I admire those teachers who think outside the box, who challenge the status quo, and who are committed to preparing students for their own future.
I love this quote from Napoleon, “Leaders are dealers in hope.”
The leader’s greatest opportunity is today, and the leader’s greatest loss is hope. That’s why the first and the last task of a leader is to keep hope alive. When a leader loses hope, so do the people.
@ToddWhitaker Leading School Change has been a game changer! This says it all "Never lose sight of the one crucial fact that what really makes a difference in your school is the people, not the programs." Every. Single. Day. #GCEdLeaders@Dixondragons1#1WC
Don’t ever underestimate what children go through to be in our presence! Remote or in-person! They love us and need our unconditional love! Our empathy and support no matter what their circumstances! They are strong and resilient but need caring adults! #SEL#Resilience
Being a professional learning community (PLC) is an ongoing, never-ending process..it is impossible to be a PLC without a sustained focus on the right work. #atplc
If you ask a teacher what they want from their admin, they’re probably not gonna say “instructional leadership.” Most will simply say: “SUPPORT!” It’s important to note, though… that when they do feel supported, they are much more receptive to the instructional leadership.
So excited to announce the release of All I Need by @imronnielott on iTunes and Spotify. Thank you to everyone who has experienced the power of this song over the last few months, and has allowed it to paint a picture for the kids that otherwise may not have a voice.
Proud of our 3rd graders tonight! Such a grade music performance! Thank you Mrs. Turner for inspiring our young musicians! #BPAunstoppable 💙💛@BPAPrincipal