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The Art of Having a Hard Conversation
Having hard conversations isn't new, and it still isn't easy. These can happen in the classroom, school office, even with family members, or friends. Regardless of the setting, these conversations can be fear-provoking and lead to sleepless nights and more stress than...
The Iceberg Principal
As educators, you may have come across Sylvia Duckworth’s Iceberg Illusion visual. This visual shows that people tend to only see the visible part of the Iceberg (success), but not all the things below the surface that were required to achieve that success. As...
Say What You Mean In a Meaningful Way: Building Your Communication Skills with Intent and Action.
When you lead with grace and authenticity, it shows up in your words. ...every single one of them. Clarity in communication grows over time, and takes practice and learning from mistakes. Learning how to build communication skills and put them into action will elevate...
Be The Change You Wish To See: Revising Meetings to Be Meaningful
The meeting before, during, or after the meeting. Don’t deny it; we have all been a part of the pre-or post-meeting meeting. You meet formally, follow the agenda, make decisions and adjourn. But then a small group meets after, sends texts, or starts a call chain...
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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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