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The Principal’s Office – Office Etiquette
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
Kickstart Back to School: 8 Staff Morale Boosters That Work!
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!
Why Go Digital? 5 Benefits of Digital Planning in the 2024
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
Top 5 Retirement Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
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
One of the great advantages of cell phone cameras is you can just whip them out and take pictures of stuff right then. Taking pics of workshop charts is a great way remember visuals without having to copy it all down. Well done.
I really enjoyed your anchor charts. Very detailed and it’s very easy to follow. I do have a question though. On slide 18 you have a chart that decodes the grouping of certain students, and then on 19 you have that another chart showing what looks like reading groups. Where do those charts hang? My only concern would be the confidentiality of who’s in what group. Is that a similar concern for you?
These charts hang only where teachers can see them. My charts at my school actually hang in a conference room where we have parents meetings. However the chart with the descriptors is covered. Unless you know what the purpose is and how the chart is organized you cannot interpret the information. I hope that answers your question. I was worried about the privacy in the beginning but it is such good information for teachers I think people would understand. Criteria that you think might make a difference (F/R lunch) do not make that significant of a difference in my building.
I just found your blog. I really like it. Thanks for sharing.
Please visit my principal blog too.
http://www.jenniferspates.blogspot.com
When I was working on my doctorate, I mainly used the blog as a place to document reflections, but now I’m really looking to encourage more dialogue on my blog.
I recently posted a comment asking what school administraors think about writing teachers personal notes. Please share your ideas. I’d LOVE to know what you think!
Question answered. I think those anchor charts for teachers are a great idea. I’ll see if we can start something like that over here.