While the role of the principal has often been compared to “drinking from a fire hose,” the authors of this article argue that with the right tools, principals can gently and consistently nourish a learning climate that enables innovation, collaboration, and growth. They offer five specific ideas that can help principals transform their schools and positively impact their students’ academic trajectory.
Why Principals Must Delegate
Posted on March 3, 2020 Written by
Today’s school leaders leader are often completely buried in work demands and expectations! A typical day includes a host of activities such as “scheduling, personnel and facility management, instructional oversight, meetings, budgeting, programming, disciplining students, connecting with parents and the community, reporting to the board or district, and addressing individual student needs.” That’s probably why over 30% of principals surveyed say they’re likely to change to a different occupation within the next five years.
One way to deal with the intense work load and stress is to learn to become more comfortable with and proficient at delegating. This article explains the many benefits of effective delegation, and why it’s a survival skill all effective principals must learn.
Principals and ELLs
Posted on February 18, 2020 Written by
According to a new study, most principals aren’t aware of the huge impact they can have on the academic success of English learners.
Through the reclassification process, principals have the power to either “enable or obstruct” students’ access to an equitable education. If a student is exited too early from an ELL program, he/she won’t have access to vital specialized services. If a student is exited too late, he/she might miss out on advanced courses, select teachers, and the chance to interact with English-speaking peers.
Therefore, in schools with an ELL propulation, understanding the reclassification process is an essential component of being an effective school leader.
Principals Trusted Most
Posted on November 5, 2019 Written by
A recent survey by the Pew Research Center found that Americans trust K-12 principals more than most other authority figures. Principals are seen as more likely to be caring, to provide fair and accurate information, and to handle resources responsibly. They are also considered more likely to admit mistakes or take responsibility than military leaders, police officers, leaders of tech companies, and other authority figures. Respondents rated members of Congress as the least likely to admit mistakes.