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System for Educational Transformation (SET)

A Principal's Reflections

Organizational leadership is a multifaceted and critical component of ensuring the success of educational institutions. Several key aspects underpin effective leadership in this context. Firstly, visionary leadership is essential, as it sets the direction and long-term goals for the district.

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Addressing SEL and Behavior Challenges with Relationships

A Principal's Reflections

At the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE), we developed a relationships model in partnership with Dr. Stephanie Jones at the Harvard EASEL Lab that we utilize with administrators and teachers to create vibrant learning cultures. Classroom Management : Co-create rules and consequences with students.

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How Semantic Pulse Surveys Can Boost Your School Climate

Cult of Pedagogy

Our school leadership could then look at those results and respond: If lots of people chose the word noticed, for example, it would suggest that leadership was doing a good job of recognizing people’s contributions and concerns. It’s called Alpaca , and the woman I was talking to was Karen Borchert , Alpaca’s CEO.

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Transactional vs. Transformational Teaching

Catlin Tucker

The more I learn about leadership, the more convinced I am that teachers need leadership training in credential school. We create a culture in our classrooms, establish norms and routines, and seek to influence our students. In his article, he focuses on the difference between transactional versus transformational leadership.

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It's Not a Technology Issue

A Principal's Reflections

Over the summer I was working with a couple hundred school leaders on digital leadership. The other issue is a classroom management one. Educators and administrators are quick to point to technology as the main culprit for an array of issues. Image credit: [link] Case in point.

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New Teachers Need More Support. Here's an Easy Way to Help

ED Surge

Classroom walk-throughs and observations place undue stress on new teachers, eat into prep time and can exacerbate existing classroom management issues. The act of regular reflection, on its own, also helps new teachers develop the mental skills that can prevent classroom issues down the line.

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More schools are adding pre-K classrooms. But do principals know how to support them?

The Hechinger Report

In San Antonio, Texas, elementary school principals get hands-on coaching and advice from early childhood experts during visits to pre-K classrooms. In Alabama, principals can attend a unique leadership academy to learn about how to support teachers working with young children.