Rachel Walters

Cahn Fellow 2020
Wife, boy mom, and experienced school leader

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

I have learned so much from @RooftopLeader and honored to be a guest on the podcast.
@HillsboroughSch
@hcps_tinkerk8

[Fort Worth Independent School District @FortWorthISD]

📣 Join us in welcoming Rachel Walters as the new principal of Woodway Elementary School!

With 32 years in education and 14 as a principal in Florida, Ms. Walters brings a student-centered approach and a passion for leadership development.

Welcome to FWISD, Principal Walters!🍎

[Randall Winter M.Ed. 🇩🇪 🇺🇸 @mr_rwinter]

Last day of year 17 @IrvingHigh , wow how things have changed over that time. Irving was never on my map being an Air Force brat from Valdosta Georgia and then growing up in Johnson County south of Fort Worth, but now I look to one day retire here! @IrvingISD saved my life, twice

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

@JadonWalters @jdouglas4 Completely agree. I like to look up and see the lap number and running order at all times. Had to wait a while for animations yesterday.

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

@JDunlap1974 Y

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

@TheLeaderinMe Great resource. I especially like step 5. Listening is vital. "Seek first to understand before being understood" is my favorite habit.

[Jon Gordon @JonGordon11]

Everyone Needs These THREE Things! If you don’t have them you’ll feel lost.

Make sure you have a:
1. Mission.
2. Team.
3. Scoreboard

If you retire you have to find a new mission, team and scoreboard.

If you go through a life change you’ll likely have to find a new mission, team and scoreboard.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Education is relationship centered! The message I carry around the world.

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

@JayCollinsFL Thank you for this timely message. We need to end the stigma of mental health issues.

[Jay Collins @JayCollinsFL]

Following the death of Deputy Timothy White right here in Tampa, I wanted to share this message with each of you.

There is an epidemic plaguing our first responders. It is important that they know they are not alone. There is help and information available, thanks to fantastic groups like @CrisisCenterTB. Reach out to them, or make use of the resources below.

To all civilians, I ask you to share this message and join in the fight. Our first responders are the ones that run in while others run out. They have our six, we need to have theirs.

Crisis and Suicide Hotline, Dial 211
If you are not sure where else to turn, call 1-866-435-4376 or visit https://t.co/YFtehe2a26

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

An easy way to practice self-care.

[Action for Happiness @actionhappiness]

Self-care isn't selfish. You can't pour from an empty cup💕 So join the Self-Care September challenge and find ways to be kinder to yourself as well as others https://t.co/rry9VO5ADi #SelfCareSeptember

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

Happiness is not the goal. Instead, seek purpose by contributing to the greater good and continuing to grow.

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Being obsessed with happiness can make us unhappy.

Joy doesn't arise from ruminating about our emotions. It comes from immersing ourselves in worthwhile experiences.

Happiness is not a goal to pursue. It's a byproduct of leading a life of meaning and engagement.

@Trevornoah

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

Truth! Every role in the school is important.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

3 Expectations to focus on this fall to build better school culture!

[TEPSA @TEPSAtalk]

🎉 It's here!

Each year, we share this as a starting point to honor and celebrate the amazing educators in our lives.

Remember, EVERY day is a great day to celebrate someone and remind them they matter to you!

#WeLeadTX #appreciation #celebrate #youmatter #TXed

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Ghosting isn't always due to a lack of care. It’s often a misguided effort to avoid hurting someone.

Many people stop replying to shield others from pain. They don't realize being ignored is usually worse than being rejected.

Candor stings briefly. Silence leaves an open wound.

[Hillsborough Schools @HillsboroughSch]

So sweet! ❤️❤️

The students at Tinker K-8 made Valentines as part of U.S. Rep. @KathyCastorFL Valentines for Veterans initiative.

This morning, Rep. Castor & School Board Member Stacy Hahn visited Tinker to pick up the cards & deliver them to a local Veterans hospital.

[Rachel Walters @RachelWalters]

Do you remember when you joined X? I do! #MyXAnniversary

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

A key to lifelong learning is to see everyone you meet as a potential teacher.

No one has a monopoly on wisdom. Each interaction is a chance to question old assumptions and gain new perspectives.

Collecting lessons from others is the fastest way to fill gaps in your experience.

[Denise Watts @sdenisewatts]

Our Science of Reading Kick Off in SCCPSS was amazing! Every student has the Right to Read and #togetherwecan eradicate illiteracy in SCCPSS!

[Dan Rockwell @Leadershipfreak]

Here's something every leader could do today.

Brag about someone every time you feel like complaining.

Build an environment where people feel like they matter.

[Omaha Productions @OmahaProd]

You could say the auditions for a third ManningCast host did not go as expected.