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Beth Houf

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Boy mom, high school principal, passionate leader & learner, forever teacher, ‘22 @NASSP National Principal of the Year, Board of Directors, co-author #LeadLAP

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Beth Houf

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3 years

Let’s normalize rest and relaxation every single day, not just weekends and breaks.

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5 years

A2: One little thing we do is a staff spotlight by each door. It helps our Ss and staff get to know each other better! Template here: #LeadLAP

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7 years

When kids come on their day off to spread the positive! #fmsteach #CelebrateMonday #Kindnessmatters

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6 years

A7: Outside each door! #Leadlap

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6 years

Room Service this afternoon for our amazing staff! #fmsteach #leadlap #tlap #principalsinaction #firstdayfun

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10 months

Here we go! Day one as principal of @CCHSCavs Excited to join the team and for this new chapter! #proudtocallmyhomecc #GoCavsGo #leadlap #JCSchoolsChampions

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6 years

WOW! Daniel Pink blowing my mind! Wonder how this could relate to office referrals @EricaJHogan #NAESP18 #LeadLAP

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4 years

Of all the kids I handed a diploma to, I’ve never had a kid say ‘Thank you for improving ELA scores by 4%.’ It was always ‘Thank you for seeing me. Thank you for coming to my game.’ It was all the things that weren’t on the report card. That’s a Whole Child Leader. - @DrRoss_Akil

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7 years

A2: Our school hashtag helps us to build and maintain a strong school culture. I will keep modeling and supporting! #leadlap #TeacherMyth

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5 years

Share cart three...for our staff! Take what you need, leave what you can! Along with a lesson maker space 🎉 #fmsteach #ourstaffrocks #LeadLAP #CelebrateMonday @EricaJHogan

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5 years

A5: Helping to take care of basic needs so there is one less thing for Ss to worry about!! #tlap

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5 years

I may need a book intervention...or a new office!! #leadlap #leadlit #principalsinaction

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5 years

Absolutely loving my new sand timers! Thank you @kwinfreyfms for the rec! @amazon for the win! #fmsteach #leadlap #PrincipalsInAction

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6 years

A2: I include this in my newsletters and FB posts so that others have the chance to recognize the efforts of others! #LeadLAP

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4 years

A4: The last thing that ANYone needs to worry about at this time is state testing. It should be an automatic pass this year. Period. #LeadLAP

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7 years

Too much?!? These are now on top of our copy machine. #thinkbeforeyouworksheet #tlap #fmsteach #leadlap

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5 years

Final week of our #fultonproud book study on #HackingSchoolDiscipline Hack 8 started strong with this quote! #LeadLAP #fmsteach

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5 years

Week two of #hackingschooldiscipline book study! One of my fav quotes. Culture First~Culture Next~Culture Always #leadlap #fmsteach #fultonproud

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3 years

When a random stranger approaches you and asks you if you are a school principal and then thanks you profusely for all you do ❤️ What a day maker! #NAESP21

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5 years

A2: I don't wait for someone to help me be professionally developed, I go out and make it happen myself. We may not have control over everything, but our learning is definitely one of the things we can make happen! #LeadLAP

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6 years

A4: We visited all 186 of our upcoming 6th graders! We only have three years with them..we have to maximize the opportunities to build relationships! #tlap #NAESP18

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2 years

A1: I stop emailing staff after 5 and stop checking email after 8 at night. This has helped me to better rest and connect at home. #LeadLAP

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5 years

A6: I write at least two positive emails or notes to start each day. Simplistic, yet such a great way to start the day! #LeadLAP

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4 years

A3: The only data we are collecting is which kids and families are we not hearing from so that we can ensure they are doing ok. Our focus is RELATIONSHIPS, reinforcing and reviewing past skills and enriching. #LeadLAP

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6 years

Sometimes a book comes along at just the right time. So glad I’m finally reading this! #LostAtSchool #leadlap #fmsteach

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4 years

Well I have my mask so now I guess it’s official! Excited to join the @WestminsterMO team as an adjunct professor this fall. Little did I know we would be in the middle of a pandemic when I said yes! Thank you @BarriBum for all your amazing support! Go Blue Jays! #LeadLAP

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3 years

A3: I’m going to be real…it’s been incredibly difficult. This year has been harder than any other for me. The exhaustion is overwhelming. #LeadLAP

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3 years

A1: Welcome back kids with a bang! Tomorrow is our annual New Year’s Party. Staff dress up and roll out the red carpet to greet our Ss. It’s one tradition that doesn’t have to change due to this year! Can’t wait! #tlap

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5 years

Finally had the chance to meet my friend @gcouros in person! Thank you for inspiration and mentorship! #npc19

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3 years

“Behavior is contagious. Attitudes are contagious. Inaction is contagious.” Dan Heath #naesp21

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4 years

I think a roadblock that many struggle with is the mindset that coaching only addresses areas of perceived weakness. Coaching is also about shining light on effectiveness and why it's effective. #LeadLAP

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5 years

A1: I don't check email after 8 pm at night. No one tends to send you good news at this point. Not worth worrying about. I also don't send work emails after work unless it is crucial to help my colleagues inboxes. #leadlap

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6 years

A6: I feel like as the principal, it's my role to take on whatever role is needed in the building...if it needs to be done, roll up my sleeves and make it happen along side those with maybe a different title than me. #LeadLAP

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4 years

Not going to lie, walking out today was hard. Time to adjust to the new normal and remember we will get through this. #leadlap #weleaded #JoyfulLeaders @burgess_shelley

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3 years

TB: Honest talk? I have not put nearly the time in formal evaluation this year as normal. Daily feedback & support, yes. Constant appreciation & noticing of the extra work being done, yes. Leadership expectations have changed this year and it is impossible to do it all. #leadlap

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6 years

Advice to my Middle School Self..Our counselors @GuidingFMS ROCK! Check out this bulletin board! #fmsteach #leadlap #amle #tlap #fultonproud

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5 years

So excited to welcome our new therapy dogs in training to #fmsteach 🎉 Hank and Daisy Mae are #fultonproud indeed! #leadlap #icanhelp #amle

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3 years

When you are super short handed and your assistant superintendent comes to help sub...definitely a #fultonproud moment! Thank you 🖤💛 #fmsteach #leadlap

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7 years

Bathroom makeover underway! Inspired and getting closer! Thank you @BEBarkho for your help! #fmsteach #fultonproud #LeadLAP #kidsdeserveit

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5 years

Taking time for wellness! A great new book and some treadmill time! My favorite quote in the intro has me hooked! #fmsteach #leadlap #daretolead #PrincipalsInAction #JoyfulLeaders

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3 years

A4: I love so many quotes, but here’s a favorite: #LeadLAP

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6 years

I think it's good to also remember that it's ok to just stop by rooms and say hello and jump in the activity with the students. A quick face to face appreciation as you leave or small note. It doesn't have to be crazy formal. #leadlap

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1 year

We’ve been overwhelmed with discipline situations and mental health needs. Today our assistant supt, an elementary principal and retired teacher stepped in to support throughout the day. It takes a team & I’m so blessed to have the support! #fmsteach #fultonproud #leadlap #nassp

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7 years

Total GEEK out moment when you see your book in your local @BNBuzz in Columbia, MO! #leadlap #tlap #momsasprincipals

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7 years

A4: When Ss respond with IDK...I always ask...but if you did know what would you think. Works every single time! #leadLAP

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6 years

It’s Okay to Not be Okay. My newest post on working through grief as an educator. #LeadLAP #tlap #PrincipalsInAction #momsasprincipals #fmsteach @burgess_shelley

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6 years

550 middle schoolers to see Wonder! Definitely an experience I will never forget! #ChooseKind #fmsteach #fultonproud #CelebrateMonday #leadlap @WonderTheMovie @RJPalacio

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6 years

We have a STINKIN’ AWESOME staff! #fmsteach #leadlap #tlap #JoyfulLeaders

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6 years

To all the ruckus makers out there!! One of my favorite quotes from this book! #leadlap #culturematters #tlap @JayBilly2

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5 years

When you twin on accident for your presentation and look like you should have been ice skating partners. Always great to spend time with the one and only @JayBilly2 Such an amazing human! #Rewire19 #leadlap #leadwithculture

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4 years

That’s a wrap! Just finished recording the audiobook of #LeadLAP with my amazing friend and colleague @burgess_shelley Hope you can join us tomorrow as we host the chat LIVE from San Diego! 9:30-10am CST #WeLeadEd #tlap

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6 years

A3: My office...I love the reaction when people come in! Mrs. Houf did you read all those book?!?! Gotta walk the talk! #aimsnetwork #LeadLAP #LeadLIT

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6 years

Chalking the walk happening NOW! Love this special pirate area! #loveourkids #fmsfam #fultonproud #leadlap #TLAP

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5 years

Exhausted Educator, I See You. My latest #LeadLAP blog post on teamwork and taking time to be giving to yourself during this break. #tlap #JoyfulLeaders #fmsteach #edchat @burgess_shelley @burgessdave

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5 years

I see you #HackingSchoolDiscipline @LaraBrunk Thank you for this visual to help! #fmsteach #fultonproud #LeadLAP

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6 years

Just finished this amazing book! I highly recommend for all educators. Huge shoutout to @casas_jimmy for sharing his passion to help us all be better for our Ss and staff! Culturize: Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes. #culturize #tlap #LeadLAP

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4 years

Principal friends...Have you taken time to reach out to your school community? I used to think when school was over for the year that I was intruding. Now I know that silence sends a message. #BlackLivesMatter #FMSTeach #FultonProud #Leadlap #WeLeadEd

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3 years

So excited to witness this in person! @MsMacFMS having students share a positive affirmation about themselves as they enter ELA! Alllll the chills!! #fmsteach #fultonproud #leadlap

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6 years

A6: The principal's office should never be one spot. I have to be where the magic is happening and that is all throughout the building. I started with a cart, but now just pack a bag and GO! #LeadLAP

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6 years

A2: Moving unexpectedly from elementary to middle school has stretched me as a leader in ways I didn’t know possible, but I’m so grateful and blessed. #LeadLAP

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4 years

A4: I’ve really worked to model healthier work habits as a leader. I don’t email after I leave school. I don’t work all weekend. I LOVE my job but recognize that to best serve all I have to take time to refuel and recharge. #tlap

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7 years

Best part of the day for sure! Love positive referrals for students w/ positive calls home! #fmsteach #fultonproud #leadlap #pbischat

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7 years

Thank you so much @ArtFms for making my dream come to life! One of my most fav quotes ever! #fmsteach #fultonproud #LeadLAP #kidsdeserveit

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5 years

"Kids in middle school don't understand that feelings don't last forever. We have to address emotional needs and teach self-regulation." @Pfagell #FillingThoseToolboxes #amle19 #fmsteach #leadlap

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6 years

Looking forward to another great week! Thank you @casas_jimmy for sharing this powerful quote in #Culturize Love it! #studentsfirst #leadlap #celebratemonday #momentmakers

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4 years

Exhausted Educator, I See You. Reaching into the #leadlap vault as we end an especially long week. #fmsteach #tlap #AuthenticEdu

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2 years

"Mrs. Houf, I stayed up for two hours learning how to use Google Translate so I could help communicate with our new S. I wanted him to feel welcome since he is in a whole new country." -6th grader This year has been tough. Love these moments of student inspiration. #fultonproud

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2 years

A3: I keep notes on a clipboard so I can easily leave an “anchor of appreciation” wherever I go. I also started leaving these for students as well. #LeadLAP

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5 years

A2: I have a building map laminated on my wall and I use a dry erase marker to check where I've been each day. Helps me get in classrooms and not leave certain rooms out. #leadlap

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4 years

Shout out to our amazing custodians for making our school shine!! #fultonproud #fmsteach #LeadLAP

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6 years

My number one goal this week is to continue to build relationships each and every day. Join me! #leadlap #tlap #Culturize #fmsteach #celebratemonday @burgess_shelley

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5 years

Hey, hey PLN! We are preparing for a classroom management strategy slam! What is your favorite tip or tool? Pics encouraged! (and yes, relationships, relationships, relationships is first, next and always!) #leadlap #tlap #principalsinaction #bfc530 #KidsDeserveIt

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6 years

Just a little rearranging at the local Barnes and Noble in Columbia! #tlap #LeadLAP #LearnLAP #playlap #xplap #InnovatorsMindset

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4 years

Just two chapters in and I’m hooked! Love this quote. Let’s all make great things happen! #authenticedu #fmsteach #leadlap @thomascmurray

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10 months

Thank you @gerrybrooksprin for reminding us that princesses struggle. We are not made to live in constant stress. Normalizing mental health is so incredibly important 👑 #ignite23

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7 years

Boys bathroom deserved some TLC too! More to come! #fmsteach #fultonproud #leadlap #KidsDeserveIt

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3 years

Good morning and welcome to Beth here, proud principal of #fmsteach and co-author of #leadlap I'm able to add Covid Survivor to my title this week. It has been a rough road but so appreciate the support and love. What a year it has been!

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4 years

Brought my son’s car in today and felt something on my foot. Apparently he had a car pet that has now going to a new home and I’m still getting my heart rate down! #leadlap

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11 months

Good morning! Beth from MO and I’ll be facilitating this morning! I’m a principal in transition at the moment, leaving my district of 21 years. I look forward to learning from you! #leadlap

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8 years

UPDATED post: TRANSFORMING Back to School, our 1st #leadlap challenge of the year! #tlap

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5 years

Working on a new presentation tonight and thankful for all those that push me to pursue greatness daily. #LeadLAP #tlap #fmsteach #PrincipalsInAction #Culturize

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9 months

Here we GO!!! First day of school 💙 #BackToJCSchools #ProudToCallOurHomeCC

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4 years

A1: I'm going to be honest. I'm tired. Like super tired to the bone. I used to think I should pretend I'm not and now I know I need to acknowledge it, then rest and get back at it. It's ok not to be ok. #joyworkedu

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6 years

A1: I showcase books in my office! #model #LeadLAP

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8 years

Four inappropriate purposes for homework via @rickwormeli2 #AMLE2016 #fmsteach

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2 years

Honored to represent Missouri educators today in Washington! #principalsadvocate #fmsteach #fultonproud #leadlap

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7 years

A1: Pineapple charts! #mespachat

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5 years

Hey PLN! What’s your favorite productivity tip or resource? Tag me or the add the #LeadLAP hashtag and I’ll compile a list! @burgess_shelley

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4 years

Patience and Grace! #leadlap ❤️

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6 years

A7: We have a Google Classroom for all new staff that has already started for next year. It is facilitated by two newer staff members. It helps build a community and PLN immediately! #LeadLAP

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5 years

It may not be fancy, but it’s my accountability helper! #everyclasseveryday #LeadLAP #principalsinaction

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6 years

A1: We welcome our kids back with a party! Complete with tacky prom or glitz and glam attire! #tlap #leadlap

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5 years

It’s early but I’m already learning from @JayBilly2 and @2ndStepProgram on the drive to #REWIRE19 #fmsteach #LeadLAP

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3 years

It’s a MARVELous Monday at FMS celebrating courtwarming! #fmsteach #leadlap #CelebrateMonday

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5 years

Finished up those home visits today! Two months and 190 smiling (and somewhat surprised)new sixth graders that start #fmsteach this Wednesday! Can’t wait 😍🤩😍 #leadlap #fultonproud 🖤💛

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4 years

My kids at home are learning all about my competitive spirit 🤣 #RemoteCoffeeEdu

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5 years

One of my favorite reminders. Take time to rest so that you have energy later. Thank you @spencerideas … #tlap #LeadLAP #PrincipalsInAction #fmsteach

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6 years

Loving this from @ASCD With a little tweaking will also work to use with staff! #fmsteach #LeadLAP #tlap #fpslearn #principalsinaciton

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6 years

A6: Not sure how to make this sound right...but I model kindness by confronting unkind practices. What we permit we promote, as @ToddWhitaker says! #LeadLAP

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6 years

Better Together! The newest #LeadLAP blog! @burgess_shelley @burgessdave #tlap #JoyfulLeaders #WGEDD #LeadUpChat #Culturize #LimitlessSchool

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