A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Note: This post is directly related to my work at the International Center for Leadership in Education Efficacy has been on my mind a great deal as of late, and as a result, it has been reflected in my writing. This need served as a call to action of sorts and catalyzed my current work.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 24, 2014

Since this is an educational technology post I will only focus on the latter. Many districts, schools, and administrators are convinced that social media has absolutely no place in education, even though the whole entire world using it for some reason or another. The experiment proved an interesting experience for all.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

Cross-posted at The Educator''s Royal Treatment. As I mentioned in a previous post I have been working on a educational technology presentation for principals in a NJ school district. Sustainable change relies on understanding people, culture, and processes. educational technology Leadership Opinion Social Media tools'

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 12, 2010

So many exciting things have happened recently as a result of my own learning and growth in educational technology and leadership. and begun to collaboratively change the culture of my school. Forming partnerships are an extremely important aspect of educational leadership. So why is this a big deal?

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 15, 2012

There were many times during this early period that I questioned the value of the time I was putting in, or the actual impact any of this was having on teaching, learning, school culture, and leadership. connected educators educational leadership educational technology Social Media Twitter'

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 13, 2013

When moving to initiate sustainable change that will cultivate innovation acquire necessary resources, provide support (training, feedback, advice), empower educators through a certain level of autonomy, communicate effectively, and implement a shared decision-making practice. That and being digitally resilient.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 6, 2010

Let me begin by saying that I was absolutely honored that various members of my Professional Learning Network (PLN) and the greater educational community reached out to me to address administrators looking to embrace social media, plan an educational technology conference at my school, and discuss leadership in the digital age.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 5, 2024

As the CEO of Aspire Change EDU , I'm dedicated to research-driven, data-enhanced, and evidence-based services and resources to aid districts, schools, and organizations in transforming teaching, learning, and leadership. These methods are harmonized with the 7 Pillars of Digital Leadership & Learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 28, 2013

In my opinion, schools that wish to create the most relevant and meaningful learning culture will go in one of these directions. 1:1 laptop program 21st Century Leadership 21st Century Learning BYOD Change Innovation Opinion educational technology' Do you think one is better than the other and if so why?

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 28, 2014

This in itself is just as bad as the education reform efforts described previously. So what really drives me as an educator today? My goal is to collaboratively create a culture of teaching and learning that resonates with my students. Change education reform educational leadership educational technology Opinion'

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This is extremely empowering and one of the best ways to give our more tech-savvy students a leadership opportunity. What advice would you give other educators looking to build a culture of authentic engagement using technology? Dont overthink it. Be willing to learn alongside your students.

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Dr. Shannon Doak

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

I have been thinking recently about leadership at schools, specifically in the area of educational technology. Often when people ask me what I do for work, I tell them that I assist teachers and students use educational technology to improve learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 10, 2013

As we navigated the hallways and classrooms, I was able to experience firsthand the school culture that is fostered at New Milford High School. He has dual NYS certification in Secondary Social Studies and as an Educational Technology Specialist- daily utilizing both skill sets.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 2, 2015

This places them in the most important role to usher in and sustain meaningful change in the classroom that will ultimately shape school culture for the better. With or without leadership support, teachers need to be open and willing to change as schools, for the most part, continue to prepare students for a world that no longer exists.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 12, 2012

We began using ClassLink late in the spring, but are extremely excited about the promise that this solution holds to enhance the teaching and learning culture of our school through BYOD. 21st Century Education BYOD BYOT educational leadership educational technology mobile learning Opinion'

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 26, 2013

Hundreds of educators from over ten different states and Canada descended upon my school last year to learn together and network in an effort to move their respective school cultures down an innovative path. Essential leadership practices to articulate a vision for school improvement and begin the implementation process.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 8, 2017

We had a vibrant conversation on the topic of Digital Leadership with a focus on school culture, embracing change, strategic use of social media, the Model Schools Conference , and innovation. I always admired Will’s passion for educational technology and genuine interest in becoming a better educator.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Hundreds of educators from over seven different states and Canada will once again descend upon my school to learn together and network in an effort to move their respective school cultures down an innovative path. Essential leadership practices to articulate a vision for school improvement and begin the implementation process.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Too often, teachers are rapidly elevated from the classroom to school leadership positions, whether to fill an unexpected vacancy, act as an interim administrator or to take on a permanent leadership role. It is essential to recognize that the premature placement of teachers into leadership roles comes at a cost.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 19, 2014

I have not shied away from sharing my opinions on educational technology, leadership, politics, policy, and reform. It is my hope that my network can assist me with getting him a message that we welcome an open dialogue so that together we can create teaching and learning cultures that work for our students.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 22, 2010

The success of the Tri-State Educational Technology Conference (TSETC) held here this fall played a huge role in this movement. Arts & Letters, and Global Leadership. Making our course offerings more rigorous and relevant in the 21 st Century. These academies will include S.T.E.M.,

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 18, 2024

As an English language learner in southern New England, she navigated linguistic and cultural barriers to build a life that nurtured her family and sustained her Portuguese heritage. Grace stepped into many leadership roles, and her boldness showed me that purpose can mean charting your own course, grounded in strength and compassion.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 28, 2011

I blog as a means to reflect on my work as an educational leader and to open up my ideas to elicit constructive feedback from a global collection of exemplary educators. The answer is simple, to become better in order to improve the teaching and learning culture at my school. educational technology Leadership Social Media'

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

They do this by mapping courses and activities to institutional competencies: critical thinking, analytical thinking, communication, social awareness and responsibility, creativity and innovation, and leadership and collaboration. “We Communication is vital to creating a successful program.

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ED Surge

MARCH 26, 2025

This positive ripple effect strengthens families and communities, fostering a culture of achievement and aspiration. This includes recognizing talents in areas such as creativity, leadership and problem-solving as well as traditional academic measures.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

It's gone in a bunch of different directions, looking at leadership, looking at the connection between work and health, looking at compassion, looking at how we define, measure and understand engagement. Right now, culture is probably the most important thing that leaders can be thinking about. And so it just feels really scattered.

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ED Surge

APRIL 29, 2022

As workplaces, schools can intentionally structure systems and provide resources that decrease some of these barriers, such as addressing the scarcity of dedicated services and supporting educators through convoluted insurance hurdles that make it even harder to seek professional help.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Together, we navigated the cultural shock of teaching in Jacksonville, a city with a small Latino population compared to the communities we had grown up in. At KIPP Vida, I found a community of educators who believed in the potential of every student, and this environment was instrumental in my growth.

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ED Surge

APRIL 2, 2025

A 2022 UCLA-MIT Press study found that higher education struggles to capture and leverage data for impact. This digital disconnect isnt just a result of outdated systems; its about the complex web of cultural, organizational and infrastructural barriers that leave many institutions data-rich but insight-poor.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Infographic] Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science At the start, you really need leadership support and the ability, resources and culture to innovate. Gwinnett County Public Schools AI Learning Framework What advice would you give to other school districts looking to develop similar initiatives?

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ED Surge

MARCH 12, 2025

While there are always challenges in leadership, opening a new facility brings its own set of twists and turns. In this conversation, I shared that I was frustrated about our staff culture and morale. Amid consolidation and changes to our school structure, we experienced multiple staff leaving. As school leaders, we go through this.

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ED Surge

MAY 5, 2023

Relationships are critical in engaging students and families in meaningful and culturally appropriate ways, and are associated with increased literacy acquisition, lower dropout rates and improved attendance. Encouraging teachers to collaborate, coach and mentor others can also improve climate, culture and retention.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The announcement that Zovio would sell its OPM was made during an earnings call in which Zovio’s leadership reported second-quarter losses of $4.7 Shirky, of NYU, says that public universities have cultures in place that prevent them from focusing on profits. But ITT Technical Institute, Inc., and Corinthian Colleges, Inc.,

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ED Surge

APRIL 4, 2022

Depending on how you look at it, Ed Secretary Miguel Cardona’s assertion that “we’re closer to a reset in education than ever before” is either a beacon of hope at the end of a long, dark tunnel, or the opening of a new front in an increasingly polarizing culture war. One possible answer is investing in more inclusive partnerships.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 27, 2022

This involves the system and it involves the cultures in our schools. What is more practical to focus on is the culture of support and caring in our schools. Too many school leaders have been thrust into their positions without having support or development regarding leadership development.

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ED Surge

JULY 25, 2022

Building self-awareness positively impacts emotional intelligence, empathy, listening skills, critical-thinking skills, decision making, communication and leadership. Coaches can’t be everywhere all the time to give teachers feedback,” explains Littleton Director of Instructional Technology Jim Verrill.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 19, 2022

I say a few affirmative words aloud to center myself, then I reach into a drawer and pull out a small bottle of lavender aromatherapy that my leadership team gave me as a “wellness gift.” Our leadership team knew we were run down so they began planning a strategy to boost morale and prioritize staff well-being. The problem?

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