Wife, Mother, Grandma, Minnesota Elementary School Principals’ Association Executive Director, 2014 National Distinguished Principal

Joined December 2012
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MESPA Institute 2025 is a Wrap! Powerful connections, networking and learn from our Minnesota Principals! #MESPAprincipals
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This is what 35 Years looks like! ❀️
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Such a fun day working with our newest principals!! πŸ’™
🌟 Principal Mentorship Program🌟An inspiring day filled with meaningful connections, collaborative learning, & actionable insights. Principals are building a strong network of support while diving deep into leadership strategies that will empower them to lead with confidence. πŸ’‘
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We’re incredibly grateful to @jm_kiel for joining us today to share his insights on building a positive school culture! His practical strategies and inspiring message are helping our new principals foster environments where students and staff can thrive.
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Such an exciting evening as we celebrate Dr. Fatima Lawson as MInnesota’s National Distinguished Principal in Washington DC!
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Spending the night in the combine! #datenight
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Dear teachers and staff, students and families - have a great school year! πŸŽ’ ✏️ 🍎 Sketchnote via @ValentinaESL
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πŸŽ™οΈ Dive into the new school year with the latest episode of the @NAESP #PrincipalPodcast! Hosted by @XavierReed_ & @HeyDrDaniel, this episode features #edleaders @Quennel_Cooper & @drhspeaks discussing the importance of finding your school's identity. naesp.org/resource/find-your…
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Find hobbies that bring you joy!
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🌟 #FeaturedPrincipal Alert 🌟 Meet Gail Lewis-Miller! Gail transitioned from teaching to administration after recognizing the impact she could make on more students, teachers, and staff. With 14 years as a principal, she's most proud of the collaborative environment she fostered
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πŸŽ‰ Congratulations to @BrettLobben, getting recognized for being @NAESP's National Outstanding Assistant Principal from Minnesota for his work in @EPS272. πŸ† Your dedication and leadership inspire us all. Thank you for making a difference in our schools! #MESPA #principalsUNITED
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We are thrilled to celebrate #MESPA member, Dr. Chris Rogers, for presenting not once, but TWICE at @NAESP 's #principalsUNITED conference. His sessions motivated us all. So lucky to have a leader you him in our network. Thank you for your dedication and leadership!
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🌟 Delighted to see Minnesota principal, @JessicaCabeen, presenting at @NAESP 's #principalsUNITED conference! Her session was a hit. Jessica also led the inspiring Middle Level United session. Thank you for your leadership and dedication! #MESPA
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πŸ‘ We loved seeing Minnesota Principals, @FarringtonEdu (#MESPA's President-Elect) and @XavierReed_ , presenting at @NAESP's #principalsUnited conference! Their session tackled such an important topic. Thank you for your impactful leadership! @MNPrincipals
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πŸŽ‰ We're impressed by #MESPA member, @GustafsonBrad, for presenting at @NAESP's #principalsUnited! His inspiring session, "Move Your Leadership Mountain," was energizing. Go Dr. Gustafson, go!
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The Principal Mentorship Program, "make[s] a really difficult job much, much easier," according to a participant in last year's class. Kick-off is July 30 and 31st. Sign up today at mespa.net/pmp
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During her keynote, @rehemaellis talked about challenges and triumphs teachers and administrators are experiencing as they adapt and go beyond traditional roles to meet students' needs in a digital world. #principalsUNITED
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Speaker @JonGordon11 highlights the 5 D’s trying to sabotage us: doubt, distortion, discouragement, distracted, and division. But β€œyou are a hero in your own epic story. And we must overcome those negative thoughts that weaken us and make us feel powerless.” #principalsUNITED
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Minnesota Strong!!!
Wow! Look at Minnesota's presence at the United Conference! 110 Minnesotans strong at #principalsUNITED. @NAESP #MESPA @MNPrincipals
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