Fair or unfair, these assessments can be costly in your human & financial resources. By projecting optimism in the way u appear & the messages u share, u can sustain & grow your workspace as a model for everyone. People want to affiliate w/organizations that are happy places.
Here is a graphic that I do not remember who to properly credit, but I saved for many reasons. As leaders, people both outside and inside our organizations are taking cues from us and interpreting the "health" of our work based on what they see.
We honor retiring superintendents across Illinois who have dedicated their careers to serving students and communities. In the latest Leadership Matters, hear from three leaders reflecting on achievement, legacy, and the evolving demands of the superintendency. In your inbox now.
Getting ready for my grandson’s 8th grade graduation. Yes, I’m that old. I do think of myself in younger terms, but I’m wise enough to know the difference. Congratulations Daniel on this first of many great achievements!
Today, on #MemorialDay, we pay tribute to those brave service members who gave their “last full measure of devotion” to protect our freedom so we can live in the greatest country in the world. You will never be forgotten. #ThankYou@CCSD93
In our work and our lives, we get to take was is given and what will result is directly aligned with our outlook. I choose to be positive and have seen more upside at the end of each day. Hope you will too - have a great Sunday!
Recently, a movie with the same name as this song was released regarding a couple of people who came together and created something special. When I read the lyrics of the song, I feel a strong connection.
Burnout is not just about doing too much. It is about feeling like what you do does not matter.
In this month’s #AASAMag, superintendent Carrie Hruby shares why employees disengage when they feel unseen and how leaders can intentionally close the “mattering gap.”
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Here is the last ARROW for the 2025-2026 school year! We hope you all have a great summer and look forward to seeing you in September!
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This week will be the last 1 I get to experience as a superintendent w/ students in session. I'm very grateful 4 the students, staffs, boards, & communities I have had the privilege 2 serve in my career. Enjoy your Sunday!
One more week till teaching at Westfield is no longer a part of my life. So grateful for the last nearly 20 years of working with wonderful people who truly were like family to me. I can only hope that Wisconsin brings upon some new lifestyle, adventures and family @D13Warriors
This guy… @jonbartelt! Known by all @IllinoisASA Supts, I’m pretty sure. I was honored to visit Erickson Elem School in Bloomingdale SD 13 today as Jon nears retirement. Thanks for the great visit!