A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Inclusive education also positively impacts school culture, reduces stigma, and advocates for equity and civil rights, ensuring all students have equal opportunities and contribute to a more inclusive society. Change typically only occurs with effective leadership.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

The dynamism of the world, driven by scientific discoveries, technological innovations, and cultural shifts, ensures that there is always room for improvement. My work with Quest Academy Junior High School (UT) validates why change succeeds or fails.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

The above paragraph sets Quest Junior High School apart from many other, if not all, schools across the country and the world. It starts at the top with leadership. This is yet another testament to the culture of learning that has been established.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 5, 2023

Authentic leadership is being honest and vulnerable about where you are to help others get to where they need and want to be to succeed. A standout example of this is Quest Academy Junior High School in Utah. Our entire school culture is based on always reaching for better. Why are our practices effective or not?

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 23, 2022

While I presented the concept in my book, it wasn’t until recently that I saw an exemplary feedback log during a coaching cycle with Quest Academy Junior High School in Utah. I am still in awe of the vision and culture that principal Nicki Slaugh has worked with her staff to create. Goodwin, B. & Miller, K.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

1, 1970, Higgins and Clarksdale high schools were merged in the Clarksdale building, and Higgins became an integrated junior high. A junior high principal resigned from the public school to lead it. Coahoma county schools have been under interim leadership for more than a year.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 9, 2021

Birkholz believes state leadership is necessary. For kids who don’t have support from their family, she said, “I think it’s about creating that culture in school where you can find a safe space.”. That’s important in Utah, which shares a border and a good deal of culture with Wyoming. We’re going to say you get to choose.”.

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