More from Hamish Brewer

Students who have taken my “Principles of Curriculum” course (EDLD 6313) are familiar with the work of veteran principal, Hamish Brewer. He brings a unique perspective to the job of an educational leader, and he serves as a reminder that our actions as educators often play a pivotal role in students’ lives.

Here is an overview of his keynote address at the 2024 ASCD conference.

Emotionally Intelligent Leaders?

Emotional intelligence skills can help any school leader become more effective, better serving their school and community.

In this article, ASCD author Ignacio Lopez explores some key EI skills and discusses why they are so vital. This may be one of the most important articles you’ll read this year!

Note: The information Lopez provides can also be useful for teacher leaders, too.

Insights from an AP

As the psyche of our students (and schools) continues to evolve post-pandemic, the role of the Assistant Principal is changing. Here are some fascinating insights from an experienced AP who has developed some unique techniques for dealing with issues we all face.

Note: This includes several ideas that all educational leaders can use!

Be Creative!

Chronic absenteeism is becoming a serious problem in many schools. To combat this problem, principals need to lead the way in making school a place that students (and teachers) want to be.

This article offers some creative ideas on how to get started with that process. While these ideas may not work for your situation, they might at least “prime the pump” to get you thinking about how to address this emerging challenge in your school.