In this episode, I shared 10 Tips for New Principals. If you are a newly appointed principal, Congratulations! I am proud of you. I know you are excited and ready to lead your school to make it a better learning environment for students.
As you start your 1st year as a new principal or a veteran principal in a new building, consider these tips.
• Build relationships
• Honor the history of your school
• Ask lots of questions
• Be visible
• Make time to visit classrooms
• Don’t make major changes
• Identify the major players and support them
• Keep your Director or Superintendent in the loop
• Communicate regularly with your staff, parents, and community
• Find a mentor and create a support network
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