Increasing teacher shortages have become widespread and are now a serious issue in many districts. So educational leaders need to develop and implement wise strategies to only recruit new faculty, but more importantly, to retain the teachers they … [Continue reading]
Avoiding Anxiety Traps
As leaders, we sometimes make ourselves unnecessarily anxious by focusing too much on negative thoughts that lead to "all or nothing" conclusions. We can also be prone to over-generalization of situations, which prevents us from seeing opportunities … [Continue reading]
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 … [Continue reading]
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 … [Continue reading]