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What Message Are We Sending In Our First Contact With Parents?

As we start a new school year, one of the key aspects to consider is our relationships with the parents and families of our students. In the past year, not only have I had reflective conversations with parents and educators… Continue Reading

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Using Tech to Meet Parents Where They Are

At Kent we provide many opportunities for parents and families to stay informed and involved in their child’s education.  Nothing is better than face to face communication but many times this is not possible so I believe it is important… Continue Reading

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A Principal’s Map For Parent Involvement

I am pleased to once again have Sheila Stewart (@sheilaspeaking) write a guest post for The Wejr Board.  Sheila is one of my mentors on the topic of parent and family engagement in school. Sheila’s perspectives and advice regarding parent… Continue Reading

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Your School Needs a Facebook Page

“Instead of worrying about the message your school is sending on social media platforms, consider the message your school is sending by NOT engaging with social media at all.” M. Peacock via Ferriter, Ramsden, Sheninger. A few years ago, I… Continue Reading

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Pondering Meetings: Who is at the Table?

Originally posted at Connected Principals blog. While reading Carol Dweck’s “Mindset“, I came across this great quote from Lou Gerstner: “Hierarchy means very little to me. Let’s put together in meetings the people who can help solve a problem, regardless… Continue Reading