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Do I still want to be a principal - Culturally Responsive Leadership

October 6, 2022 joetruss

Do I Still Want to Be a Principal & 10 other Winter Wonderings for School Leaders

December is a time of reflection and rest, but also a time when my mind runs wild. Here are 10 questions that are on my mind.

Principals feel like Luke Skywalker - Culturally Responsive Leadership

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January 3, 2020 joetruss

Feeling like Luke Skywalker – Return of the Principal

Before the winter break, I wondered if I still wanted to be a principal. After 2 weeks off, I am feeling a lot like Luke Skywalker.

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December 25, 2019 joetruss

Leaders Sustain Yourself and Avoid Burnout

If you think someone is working to make your job more sustainable, they aren’t. You must take your sustainability into your own hands!

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December 22, 2019 joetruss

7 Things Sustainable School Leaders Do During Winter Break (w/ Video)

So you have 2 weeks off, but what should you do with your time? After 15 years in schools, and 8 as school leader, I have perfected how to spend my winter break, to make sure I’m ready to rumble when school is back in session. Here are 7 things to consider doing during your time off.