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Didn’t expect the video pic to look like this at the start:):):) Oh well.
What are the expectations for office etiquette in your school office? Communicating expectations to everyone helps with transparency and creates a welcoming environment for all school stakeholders. The office environment can make or break the culture of your building. Here is how I handled office expectations. ... Read More about The Principal’s Office – Office Etiquette
As the new school year approaches, it’s important to kick things off with enthusiasm and positivity. Keeping staff morale high, from the very beginning, is key to a successful and vibrant school environment. Staff morale is more important than ever in today’s school climate. Here are eight fun and effective ways to boost staff morale as you head back to school:1. Fuel the Fun with Food!Who doesn’t love a good meal or a tasty treat? Start the school year with a staff breakfast or lunch. Recruit your parent organization and/or your own relatives to help you provide meals and treats. Don’t forget to include some healthy ... Read More about Kickstart Back to School: 8 Staff Morale Boosters That Work!
Digital planners have been around for years. Whether your a new principal or been in education administration for many years, let this be your year to start using a digital planner. Here are five fantastic benefits of going digital this school year:1. Makes Brainstorming EasyBusy principals are always brainstorming. Grabbing post it notes, writing on the back of an envelope, or looking for the first piece of paper in sight. One of the first benefits of digital planning is that going digital makes brainstorming easier and more efficient than ever. With a digital planner you can capture ideas on the fly, organize them effortlessly, ... Read More about Why Go Digital? 5 Benefits of Digital Planning in the 2024
Retirement mistakes are real but not detremental. Last year I wrote questions to ask yourself before you retire. One year later I have learned a lot. Hopefully, this list of retirement mistakes to avoid can help you with your retiremnt planning.Retirement is an exciting phase of life, promising the freedom to pursue passions and enjoy well-earned leisure. However, it also comes with its own set of challenges. Missteps in planning can lead to financial strain and boredom. Here are the top five retirement mistakes and how you can avoid them. 1. Not Having a Plan for Free TimeThe Mistake:The most exciting perk of retirement is looking ... Read More about Top 5 Retirement Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Top Productivity Tips for Retirees and Remote Workers
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In this video, I’m sharing practical, actionable tips tailored to retirees and those working from home. Retirement or working from home—both sound like a dre...
Too Old? From Retired to Youtube
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Are you ever too old to start something new? In today’s video, I’m diving into relaunching my YouTube channel after 50. From retirement to content creation, ...
Retirement??? What it's really like..
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One recently retired Missouri educator/administrator explains retirement after retiring TWICE in two years. Retirement is a lot more mental than financial I ...
Office Etiquette 101 For The Principal's Office
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Navigating the principal's office with professionalism and respect is crucial for fostering a positive school environment. In this video, I'll cover essentia...
Very cool!! The audio doesn’t match your mouth–it’s like watching a foreign film, but that’s ok! I love the large tiger picture in your office.
~PrincipalJ
I think this was very cool. It does seem a bit distracting that the words are a bit off from your mouth. I think that should be easy to fix though. The lightening also seems a bit dark. But that’s easy to fix as well.
Keep up the great posts.
Your video was a good test. Very relaxed. I could hear you well and see you as well.
I would like to find ways to use this more with students. For example, do a followup closure or next lesson to a classroom lesson or activity. Also, I think students could use this to post their responses to lessons to each other…