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Unlock the keys to transformative leadership in education and learn how leading by example can inspire change and growth within your school community. Imagine turning challenges into pivotal learning moments that strengthen resilience and innovation. In this episode of the Coach-Em-Up Leadership Series, we explore the power of authentic leadership, emphasizing the vital role of educators who embody the values they wish to instill, such as commitment, work ethic, and a growth mindset. We promise insights into building trust, fostering a positive atmosphere, and encouraging a culture where both staff and students relentlessly pursue excellence.

Through real-life experiences, including navigating a swatting incident at a high school, we discuss how to handle adversity with resilience and grace. By balancing empathy with decisive action, leaders can empower teachers to take innovative risks and embrace failure as a stepping stone to success. From implementing new policies that align with school goals to maintaining a positive energy that fuels continuous improvement, this episode is a treasure trove of strategies for educational leaders dedicated to making a significant and lasting impact. Join us for a journey filled with actionable insights and shared wisdom aimed at collective professional development.

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Could mastering the art of communication and feedback revolutionize your role as an educational leader? This episode promises to equip you with essential strategies to enhance your communication skills through active listening and constructive feedback. With personal anecdotes from my journey as a principal, I share insights on fostering a supportive environment for teachers using techniques like paraphrasing and the "positive sandwich" method, empowering them to grow and excel in their roles.

The excitement doesn’t stop there; we’re gearing up for some incredible future episodes featuring guest speakers who are trailblazers in educational leadership. While their identities remain a secret for now, their contributions will undoubtedly inspire and transform our community. As we continue our mission to become 1% better each day, I invite you to engage with our podcast through feedback and fan mail. Let's embark on this enlightening journey together, focusing on continuous improvement and fostering a collaborative culture that benefits both educators and students alike.

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Building strong relationships and trust are crucial for effective educational leadership. We explore actionable strategies such as active listening, empathy, collaboration, and having fun in the workplace to create an environment that empowers teachers and students alike.

• The importance of trust in educational leadership 
• Strategies for building trust with staff 
• Creating a supportive environment for faculty 
• The role of active listening in relationships 
• Utilizing mentorship to build connection 
• Collaboration and shared decision-making for fostering trust 
• Tailoring professional development to meet staff needs 
• Emphasizing the importance of joy and fun in the work environment 
• Engaging listeners and encouraging feedback

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Unlock the secrets to effective educational leadership as we explore the dynamic role of school leaders who, much like skilled coaches, inspire their teams through collaboration and empathy. Discover how to establish a shared vision, set clear expectations, and foster a culture of high expectations within your school. Through personal anecdotes, we reveal innovative strategies such as forming a school improvement team, addressing common challenges like cell phone usage and attendance, and the power of collaborative problem-solving. This episode is packed with practical insights and humor, emphasizing that leadership is not about managing tasks but about inspiring a collective effort toward common goals.

In the latter half of this episode, we delve into cultivating excellence and accountability in schools by involving staff in the vision-making process, ensuring their needs are understood and fostering a supportive culture. We advocate for embracing a growth mindset and encouraging risk-taking among educators to innovate without fear of failure. Learn about the importance of modeling excellence and maintaining accountability through shared commitments, all while creating a positive school culture that celebrates milestones and recognizes success. By setting the right tone and leading with adaptability and humor, school leaders can create thriving environments where both teachers and students can excel.

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Discover the intriguing connections between coaching and educational leadership as we navigate a journey that began on the football field and led to the halls of education. Inspired by a transformative conversation with my wife's grandfather and drawing from a rich military background, I share my personal evolution from sports coaching to becoming an educational leader. Together, we'll bridge the gap in leadership training and explore setting a powerful vision for schools, translating big ideas into actionable steps, and collaborating with staff for impactful school improvement.

As we venture into the core elements of effective educational leadership, instructional leadership takes the spotlight. Hear insights on fostering a growth mindset among staff, encouraging reflective practices, and staying ahead with educational trends like APL, Marzano, NEE, and Danielson. We delve into the art of communication, emphasizing the value of building a strong school community, engaging with parents, and using social media to rewrite narratives from challenges to opportunities. Learn about resource management, district processes, and the power of data-driven decisions in crafting policies that bring about positive change.

In the final segment, we shift focus to coaching models that revolutionize educational leadership. Explore the application of models like GROW, the five C's, and CLEAR, which have been pivotal in tackling issues like school attendance. Transformational and situational leadership styles underscore the importance of a vision, relationship-building, and adaptive support for staff. As we launch the "Coach them Up" series, your feedback will be instrumental. Together, let’s aim for continual improvement, nurturing a community of strong, impactful educational leaders, striving each day to be 1% better.

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Unlock the secrets to transforming your school into a powerhouse of innovation and growth by mastering the art of educational leadership. Imagine leading with the passion and precision of a championship-winning coach—this trailer is your introduction to the Coach EM Up Leadership Series that will begin on Monday, December 16th, 2024 with a new episode being released weekly until the conclusion of the Series. This Series is designed to equip you with the strategies and insights to make that vision a reality. Whether you're a principal, assistant principal, superintendent, or an aspiring leader, we'll provide you with a comprehensive playbook that covers it all—from setting a powerful vision to fostering relationships and driving continuous improvement.

Join us as we explore the dynamic parallels between sports coaching and educational leadership, offering tools to inspire your staff and elevate your students. With a roadmap focused on vision, grit, strategy, and empowerment, you'll learn how to transform your school into a thriving community of excellence and achievement. Get ready to lead with purpose, energy, and clarity as we guide you through this transformational journey to new heights of success. Tune in, take notes, and prepare to make an impact!

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Unlock transformative strategies to tackle chronic absenteeism in schools, particularly within socioeconomically challenged communities. Inspired by a successful attendance policy from other schools and infused with our own insights and experiences as a principal, we’ve crafted a pathway to creating a thriving school culture. Learn how PBIS systems and transformational leadership can pull your community together, and discover the intricacies of our multi-tiered support system, which has elevated our daily average attendance rate by over three percent. We address potential hurdles like staff commitment and emphasize the indispensable role in-person learning plays in student success and belonging.

Dive into the nuts and bolts of our attendance policy and tier system, where assistant principals and committees assess absences with care and precision. From personalized outreach by an attendance coordinator to community liaisons removing barriers and the impactful STARS program, our comprehensive approach ensures every student receives the support they need. As we wrap up, explore the world of inspirational leadership across social media and embrace our mantra of 1% daily improvement. Join us on this journey, engage with us, and let's strive together for constant progress.

Episode 8: Reducing Chronic Absenteeism Show Notes!

1). Chronic Absenteeism Power Point

2). MTSS Chronic Absenteeism Pyramid

3). 4+ Day Letter Example

4). 8+ Day Letter Example

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Ever wondered how collaborative efforts can truly transform a school environment? In this episode, I share invaluable strategies from my own journey as both a rural and larger school principal. Discover how forming a diverse school improvement team is not just beneficial but essential. We'll explore actionable steps to include everyone from principals to staff members, and delve into the critical importance of creating a respectful and solution-oriented space where concerns like chronic absenteeism can be tackled head-on.

As we shift gears, join me in expressing heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated school improvement team that has worked tirelessly over the past two years. We celebrate the incredible progress made and look forward with excitement to future goals. This episode is a tribute to the power of collaboration and the promising path ahead, filled with optimism and appreciation for the collective commitment to bettering our school community. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired and motivated by the fantastic strides we've made together!

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This episode discusses the Gamification of Public Education. Principal JL will "play" into this topic by discussing how public education has evolved into gamification and will provide practical solutions that the Federal and State governments have created in public education that Principals may use to win the game!

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In this episode, we ask ourselves, where have all the educators gone? Well, they may be closer than you think. We dive into what it is like to hire new teachers and what it takes to be competitive! There are great teachers out there you will have to become more creative about how you find them! Hiring can be stressful and hopefully, this episode will give you some great advice on how to hire teachers in 2023 and beyond!

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