Tag: educationalleadership
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Repairing Harm as a Leader
We were discussing how we treat others and students one day. I discussed how I do make exceptions for whom is the most marginalized, or has been in the past based on past systemic practices and results. One may ask, If I didn’t cause the harm, then why do it? I realized the answer on…
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When counterparts disagree
Finding yourself between alternate viewpoints between colleagues? Challenging! During negotiations? Barriers! Emotions – sky high ! Potential impact based on your reactions? Forever lasting. When colleagues are in a disagreement with one another or even with you, it is a crucial time to not jog through. Every thought is fine, but every word matters. All…
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When leading for the first time: What to watch out for and what to expect
You have the key to the front door, the master key to the building, or the title you have been waiting for. You earned it, celebrated, and now you are beginning. You sense your pride and have congratulations in your messages. Be careful. You have been working so hard to earn this place. You have…
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Ignorance and Learning
Yes, we are all ignorant in some aspect, and we are frustrated with others’ ignorance. The question remains though, how do we most effectively support others in their learning while we also remain open to our understanding? Basic self-awareness, knowledge of what mental models are, what is fairness minded critical thinking, knowledge of empathy, practice…
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Self-reflection
What we see does not match with what other see all the time. We may perceive our image as one, while we display another. How many times have you questioned why a person in a certain position does not model what you imagine from that position? Consider this question. It may have been a colleague,…
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The Positivity Effect
We all know positivity feels good, as we release oxytocin and our prefrontal cortex is at our best. Yet, still people may see it as only fluff. It looks like fluff is the best. The APBS conference has this topic. Currently, there is research to support integrating positive psychology into our PBIS models in schools…
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Sending a text hello!
There is that moment before a meeting, the time before we change a channel, or the moment we are out at lunch waiting for our company to return from the restroom… we can send a text. Send a text to someone you work with, for, or used to. That message can go a long way.…
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Always More: Leadership and Staff Well-being
The following was part of a collaborative effort between UCLA Center of Transformation of Schools and Association of California School Administrators on September 30, 2021. Educational site leaders seek to maintain and enhance the staff well-being, particularly in challenging times, such as now. One target is to continue to be more: Being present entails noticing…
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