Amy Allen Compton

Director of Secondary Education | Bullitt County Schools | Recovering High School Principal | Kagan Trainer | Ed Leader Coach | Ed.D. | DM for Coaching Options

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

@coachboobrewer Happy birthday, Coach!

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

@coachboobrewer @_K_Young14 Congrats, Coach!

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Leadership truth: not every door is yours to open.
Focus your energy where learning—and leadership—can grow.

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

I had the chance to join a virtual session with Todd Whitaker, Stand Tall Steve, and Megan from IntegratED! Such powerful speaking tips, stories, and insights—grateful to keep learning from the best! # #SchoolLeadership @ToddWhitaker @StandTallSteve1 #WithInOurRanks

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As Principal Success Partners, 80% of our conversations must center on instruction—that’s where impact lives. How are we making sure our time with principals stays focused on learning? #TheThroughLine @AASAHQ

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Excited to join the AASA Principal Support Academy in Chicago
Learning with educational leaders from across the country on best practices to support principals and expand student opportunities YES!
#SchoolLeadership #PrincipallySpeakingwithAmy @AASAHQ

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Strong leadership starts with self-awareness.
Know how you decide.
Know how you recharge.
Know what drives you.
When you lead from your strengths, you inspire others to do the same. 💡 #Leadership #Education

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

A school isn’t powered by staff who just work together—it’s powered by teams who trust each other.

Principals build trust by:
🔹 Being transparent
🔹 Following through
🔹 Showing vulnerability

Trust starts with us. 💙

#SchoolLeadership #Trust #Principals

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

The most powerful leadership moves are often the simplest.

✅ Visit every classroom daily
✅ Lead with core values
✅ Focus on student learning
✅ Know who’s on a plan
✅ Call guardians when needed
✅ Have the hard conversations

#SchoolLeadership #PrincipalPowerMoves

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Day 2 of Kagan Cooperative Learning at Zoneton Middle ✅
New team structures, sharper lesson planning, and matching the right structure to the right content goal.
This group is ready to welcome students back with energy & purpose! 💡📚

#Kagan #CooperativeLearning #EdLeadership

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

The first day sets the tone for the year — but only if we learn from it.
-What worked?
-What didn’t?
-What will you change tomorrow?
Reflection turns experience into growth.

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

"Clear is Kind." – Brené Brown
As school leaders, the best back-to-school gift we can give our teachers is clarity.
Clear priorities.
Clear expectations.
Clear support.
Because when we lead with clarity, our teachers can lead with confidence. #SchoolLeadership #ClearIsKind

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Just finished a powerful day of Kagan Cooperative Learning training

✅ Engagement structures
✅ Classbuilding & teambuilding
✅ Practical classroom management
✅ Social skill strategies

This is the kind of work that builds culture.

#SchoolLeadership #EdLeadership

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Back-to-school leadership = planning, hiring, scheduling, meetings… chaos.

Here’s a tip I share with those I coach:
The 1-Minute Rule
If it takes <1 min, do it now.
Email. Invite. Reminder. Done.

Small wins = momentum.
Start small. Lead light.
#PrincipalLife #SchoolLeadership

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Leadership is hard.
Principal leadership is relentless.

This list (shared with me recently) sums it up.:
✅ Make the call you're afraid to make
✅ Lead when no one’s following
✅ Try, fail, try again

You don’t have to do it alone.
I coach leaders through the hard stuff.

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Such a privilege to serve in this capacity!

[Kentucky Assn of School Adm. @KASAEdLeader]

Meet the Board: These dedicated leaders guide our mission to serve Kentucky’s schools. We’re proud to stand alongside you. #KASA2025

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Simple? Yes.
Easy? No.

Strong leadership starts with self-awareness.
Know your values. Lead from them.
Mine: Culture. Communication. Rigorous Curriculum.

DM me to define yours before the school year begins. 🧭
#SchoolLeadership #EdLeadership #PrincipalCoach #CoreValues

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

As school leaders, we’re faced with dozens of decisions every day.
The best leaders I’ve worked with? They don’t guess.

They lead from their values.

For me, it’s culture, communication, and rigorous curriculum.

Need help identifying your core values, message me.

[PBLWorks @PBLWorks]

"Assessment is a challenge for even the most seasoned teacher."

Read Telannia Norfar's (@thnorfar) article 'Conquering Assessment Vs. Grading in PBL' for practical tips on assessment and grading in projects!

🔗 https://t.co/wLZreGknD7

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Let me know how I can support you.

#BuildTrust #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalLife #LeadershipCoaching #EducationalLeadership

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

Principal Turnover is High – And Expensive

Every time a principal leaves, schools lose momentum, trust, and progress. The hidden cost isn’t just financial—it’s the toll on students, staff, and school culture.

[Amy Allen Compton @PSwithAmy]

✨ Coaching is one of the most effective ways to retain and empower principals. I work directly with school leaders to help them grow, lead with confidence, and stay in the work.