Resources for New Principals

Difficult people can defy logic. Some are blissfully unaware of the negative impact that they have on those around them, and others seem to derive satisfaction from creating chaos and pushing other people’s buttons. Either way, they create unnecessary complexity, strife and worst of all stress. Learning how to deal well with conflict and difficult people is a vital life skill that can support you to be a powerful, conscious and compassionate human being. Learn strategies and techniques on dealing with difficult staff, teachers, and students from subject matter experts that will assist Early Career Principals with these challenges.

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The principalship can be quite overwhelming for early career administrators. Continuous reforms and constant demands from multiple levels often create havoc for even the most experienced leader. How can a principal manage the melange of roles and responsibilities facing them each day? Join this conversation, led by accomplished national leaders in the field, and learn success strategies to help manage the principal maze successfully. This session will address:

• Communication Essentials
• The Principal as Instructional Leader
• Creating an Inclusive Environment
• Special Education: The Principal’s Role
• Family Engagement
• Dealing with Challenging People
• Balancing the Principalship: Personally and Professionally
• Q&A Wrap-Up

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