The Modern Principal

Karen & Christy. Elem Principals. Keynotes for hire. Podcasters for hobby. Consultants for Ed Leaders and Reformers. Equity Champs. Motivators for ALL.

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

We love our fanatic friend and her video skills. Feelin 22*

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[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

As principals, we have huge impact on the lives of our staff members. We set the tone for their working environment where they spend 8,10,12+ hours a day. Our colleagues deserve to come to work and feel inspired, and we get to ensure that happens!
#principals #schoolleadership

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

Conflict is the WORST....

Or is it?!

Check out the pod this week for more.🎧 🎧

#podcast #pod #educationpod #edupod #leadership #educationleadership #principals #principalsofinstagram #instaprincipals #momsasprincipals #themodernprincipal

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

>>>>Swipe to learn the techniques and mindsets great principals can use to ensure staff have a voice in key decisions and can share input to help decision making<<<<<
https://t.co/FkJoZwdT5x

#themodernprincipal #blogsonleadership #leadership #leadingblogs

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

Are their 'lanes' when everyone is there for kids and doing their best?
On this pod we uncover the complexity of staff who challenge their principals and leaders consistently.

#podcast #pod #educationpod #edupod #leadership #educationleadership #principals

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

There are so many proactive things teachers and principals can do to communicate with families about behaviors before they even start.

Listen for more:
https://t.co/xSLLTTfgDm

Read to learn:
https://t.co/pGNAN3N3ut

#NAESP #MAESP #KCEPA

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

What other tips do you use when preparing to call home to caregivers regarding a big behavior that happened at school?

#behaviors #callinghome #communicationwithparents #MAESP #NAESP #kcepa

https://t.co/pGNAN3N3ut

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

https://t.co/xSLLTTfgDm

#parentcommunication #principalsoftwitter #MAESP #NAESP #KCEPA

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

The pod this week gives helpful tips and perspective to partner with parents and reduce potential for conflict.

https://t.co/xSLLTTfgDm

#podcast #edupod #podcastting #instagrampodcast #parentconflict

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

There continues to be a correlation between fully funded classrooms and higher levels of student achievement and teacher retention. Might be a great time to 'refresh' your budgeting practices to meet the evolving needs of our schools.

https://t.co/FkJoZwdlfZ

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

This covers a lot of ground with teacher resource and funding that we haven't really tackled before and we hope you'll join us!

https://t.co/xSLLTTfgDm

#clearthelist #crowdsourcing #teacherfunding #teacherresources #payingoutofpocket #teachers #supportteachers

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

Facts. 🎤

A mile wide and an inch deep doesn't work in the classroom and it also doesn't work in PD or school improvement iniatitives.

Check out the blog this week: https://t.co/FkJoZwdlfZ

#bestpractice #mathinstructionthatworks #mathteaching #engagement #studentengagement

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

Looking for a high quality math instruction in your classroom? We've got you covered with the 3 step model! Align everything, connect all feedback and raise the expectation on implementation.#mathinstruction #classroomlearning #engaginglessons

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

Start small. Pick one thing from your 'wishlist' and make that the school's goal for the year with math instruction.

Check out our blog and pod this week to learn more. Big thanks to @makemathmoments for the thought provoking dialogue.

https://t.co/xSLLTTfgDm

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

The pod interview this week is with @MakeMathMoments. We talk all things math leadership in schools. Whether secondary or elementary, teacher, principal or district leader, this conversation is for you.

POD LINK: https://t.co/xSLLTTfgDm

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

NEW BLOG ALERT! Read all about the recommendations for true collaboration at the secondary level from our interview with Dr. Danielle RIcci.

https://t.co/FkJoZwdlfZ

#principalpd #professionaldialogue #plcs #improvingpractice #continuousimprovement

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

True collaboration doesn't just happen.

Tip for today: As the leader, focus on what each person is already doing 'well' related to the effort of collaboration and provide that specific praise.

#themoreyouknow #principalpurpose #empoweringleaders #pumpupthepositive

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

Welcome to another episode of The Modern Principal: Experts Edition.
Listen to learn about removing barriers & creating teacher leaders to promote high levels of success for all students.
https://t.co/xSLLTTfgDm

#teachercollaboration #highschoolprincipal #teacherleaders

[The Modern Principal @ModernPrincipal]

Happiest of Mondays to you this week.

Heard of Broadcasting Happiness by @MichelleGielan
Join our community this week as we foster these habits in ourselves. After all, social connection is the greatest predictor of happiness and fulfillment. Who's with us?!🙋 🙋

[Leah Roesgen, Ed.D. @chamberlin_leah]

Today was a great day to defend a dissertation! #SLUCrew @SLU_Official #WithDistinction #CongratulationsDoctor