Karen & Christy. Elem Principals. Keynotes for hire. Podcasters for hobby. Consultants for Ed Leaders and Reformers. Equity Champs. Motivators for ALL.

Joined March 2019
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As principals, we have huge impact on the lives of our staff members. We set the tone for their working environment where they spend 8,10,12 hours a day. Our colleagues deserve to come to work and feel inspired, and we get to ensure that happens! #principals #schoolleadership
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Conflict is the WORST.... Or is it?! Check out the pod this week for more.šŸŽ§ šŸŽ§ #podcast #pod #educationpod #edupod #leadership #educationleadership #principals #principalsofinstagram #instaprincipals #momsasprincipals #themodernprincipal
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>>>>Swipe to learn the techniques and mindsets great principals can use to ensure staff have a voice in key decisions and can share input to help decision making<<<<< themodernprincipal.com/blog-… #themodernprincipal #blogsonleadership #leadership #leadingblogs
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Are their 'lanes' when everyone is there for kids and doing their best? On this pod we uncover the complexity of staff who challenge their principals and leaders consistently. #podcast #pod #educationpod #edupod #leadership #educationleadership #principals
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There are so many proactive things teachers and principals can do to communicate with families about behaviors before they even start. Listen for more: themodernprincipal.com/our-p… Read to learn: themodernprincipal.com/81678… #NAESP #MAESP #KCEPA
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What other tips do you use when preparing to call home to caregivers regarding a big behavior that happened at school? #behaviors #callinghome #communicationwithparents #MAESP #NAESP #kcepa themodernprincipal.com/81678…
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The pod this week gives helpful tips and perspective to partner with parents and reduce potential for conflict. themodernprincipal.com/our-p… #podcast #edupod #podcastting #instagrampodcast #parentconflict
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There continues to be a correlation between fully funded classrooms and higher levels of student achievement and teacher retention. Might be a great time to 'refresh' your budgeting practices to meet the evolving needs of our schools. themodernprincipal.com/blog-…
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This covers a lot of ground with teacher resource and funding that we haven't really tackled before and we hope you'll join us! themodernprincipal.com/our-p… #clearthelist #crowdsourcing #teacherfunding #teacherresources #payingoutofpocket #teachers #supportteachers
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Facts. šŸŽ¤ A mile wide and an inch deep doesn't work in the classroom and it also doesn't work in PD or school improvement iniatitives. Check out the blog this week: themodernprincipal.com/blog-… #bestpractice #mathinstructionthatworks #mathteaching #engagement #studentengagement
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Looking for a high quality math instruction in your classroom? We've got you covered with the 3 step model! Align everything, connect all feedback and raise the expectation on implementation.#mathinstruction #classroomlearning #engaginglessons
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Start small. Pick one thing from your 'wishlist' and make that the school's goal for the year with math instruction. Check out our blog and pod this week to learn more. Big thanks to @makemathmoments for the thought provoking dialogue. themodernprincipal.com/our-p…
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The pod interview this week is with @MakeMathMoments. We talk all things math leadership in schools. Whether secondary or elementary, teacher, principal or district leader, this conversation is for you. POD LINK: themodernprincipal.com/our-p…
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NEW BLOG ALERT! Read all about the recommendations for true collaboration at the secondary level from our interview with Dr. Danielle RIcci. themodernprincipal.com/blog-… #principalpd #professionaldialogue #plcs #improvingpractice #continuousimprovement
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True collaboration doesn't just happen. Tip for today: As the leader, focus on what each person is already doing 'well' related to the effort of collaboration and provide that specific praise. #themoreyouknow #principalpurpose #empoweringleaders #pumpupthepositive
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Welcome to another episode of The Modern Principal: Experts Edition. Listen to learn about removing barriers & creating teacher leaders to promote high levels of success for all students. themodernprincipal.com/our-p… #teachercollaboration #highschoolprincipal #teacherleaders
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Happiest of Mondays to you this week. Heard of Broadcasting Happiness by @MichelleGielan Join our community this week as we foster these habits in ourselves. After all, social connection is the greatest predictor of happiness and fulfillment. Who's with us?!šŸ™‹ šŸ™‹
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