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Leaving the Lights On.How to Shine Bright at the End of the School Year.
As May wraps us in its fatigue-inducing embrace, our minds grow foggy, and our spirits dim. It's that point in the school year when time seems to lose shape, and the only countdown on our minds is summer break. Cheetos replace packed lunches, and coffee becomes our...
From Fine to Flourish: 5 Ways to Finish the Year Strong.
The word "fine" can be more damaging than we realize. It's not just a casual response; it can hide guilt and shame for not feeling happy all the time. As we navigate the challenges of the school year, it's crucial to recognize when we're not truly fine and seek...
Self Care for Servant Leaders
….the moment you want to retreat is the exact moment you have to reach in. Jessica Cabeen I wrote this in an Edutopia blog back in..wait for it 2018. The topic was Self Care for School Administrators. As I am finishing up my second year in a new position, working on...
Goal Setting For Busy Leaders: A Few Practical Approaches.
What are you working on right now? Goal setting can feel daunting if you lack the right formula or mindset to achieve it. Productivity means nothing without purpose. #PrincipalinBalance As discussed in the book Principal in Balance many of us approach goal...
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Jessica is the Principal of Alternative Educations Programs in Austin, Minnesota. Previously, she was the principal of Ellis Middle School in Austin, Minnesota, and the principal of the “Happiest Place in Southeastern Minnesota,” the Woodson Kindergarten Center.
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