As I write this post after what felt like a long and busy week, I had many ideas. I thought about giving you another instructional strategy or another protocol to use with leaders and educators. But this time, I want to focus on something more essential to the work we do as leaders—and something we …
“The way we attend to others determines the kind of person we become.” – David Brooks As I embark on my 19th year in education and my 4th year in a formal leadership role, I remain deeply committed to remembering what it was like to be a teacher. I believe that understanding and responding to …
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"Decide what you want to be, and then do that work." - Ryan Holiday After nearly two decades in education, amidst the hustle and bustle of learning, teaching, being active in student life, attending and facilitating meetings and professional learning sessions, constant reading, relentless podcast listening, reflective writing, and creating systems and structures to help …
“The best champions for change are experts in aspects of the initiative being implemented—those who combine emotional intelligence, expertise, humility, and ambition for improvement.” As I was reading the ASCD article by Jim Knight titled, The Problem with Nominal Change, it brought me to deeply reflect on the constantly evolving landscape of education. Education is …
From the moment you enter school, you are faced with experiences and people who will impact the trajectory of your life. These memories shape your identity and help you reflect on the decisions you choose to make. When those doors open, every interaction, big or small, has the potential to become your story. These collective …
The frame for this piece is collaborative in nature. You are invited to engage in conversation on cultivating your legacy for leadership. Imagine this post as an interactive conversation with three thought partners. It may read more like loosely connected haiku poems than a deep dive piece. We are grateful to collectively compose this piece …
There are several aspects about education that ignite my passion and inspire me to reflect on the leader I am continuously becoming. My primary focus lies with the most important stakeholders in our schools: our kids. Regardless of the role you are gifted to serve in, if you are in education, you are a leader …
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A few years ago when I was preparing to take the leap into administration, the invaluable guidance and mentorship of my 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Linda Roth became my compass. Now, you may be thinking…how does Lauren maintain a connection with a teacher from almost 35 years ago? The answer lies in the profound impact …
Empower. Collaborate. Connect. 