This week, I am thrilled to welcome my old college roommate turned principal, Richard Larson. Together, we delve into the crucial process of incorporating all voices in decision-making within a school setting. Richard shares his expertise on creating a staff leadership team that ensures comprehensive input, using real-life examples like grading policy adoption, the MTSS process, and the PLC framework. We delve into the workings of the Principal’s Advisory Leadership Council, a student leadership group, and discuss how to effectively capture and assess feedback from both staff and students. Additionally, Richard provides strategies for managing circumstances beyond our control, such as major building construction. Tune in to learn practical methods for fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment in your school!

Richard Larson currently serves as the Principal in New Central Schools.  Mr. Larson is a strong instructional leader and values relationships with students, staff, and parents.  Prior to his five years as the associate principal in Eden Prairie, Larson was a Dean of Students, a middle school science teacher and a tennis coach all with Bloomington Public Schools.

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