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Being who you are is important as an admin. I think having a positive outlook but also being real about the situation is important as well.

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The video reminds me of a principal I have had. She really worked to build a positive and fun culture at our school. We REALLY needed it. Unfortunately, we only had the opportunity to have her one year.

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"Your daily presentation matters, so choose to be the sunshine!"

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I liked what he said about explaining how your affect may be interpreted in accurately (i.e., I just came out of a hard meeting...). I have realized how important that is with my students and my kids. I know I can have an intense affect when I am focused and can appear angry when someone interrupts the task I am working on.

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-How you show up and present yourself

-be forthright and direct, not rude (of course)

-Be goofy

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Are you reinforcing and demonstrating what you value for your school - you school's values?

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Being yourself and knowing that "showing up" means both physically and mentally.

Everyone knows who are and so every interaction you have will leave some kind of impression.

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I think Steve mentioning that every interaction is important is true! My site admin is very intentional about always saying hi and acknowledging people.

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Radiate what you believe.

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As admin, be real. Be who you are. Speak your truth.

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As a school leader, you determine the school climate BEFORE everyone else, and your presence/attitude is everything

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As admin - how do we "show up?"

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Having personality (or being goofy) helps to be seen as more than just a leader. Showing emotion is human and important to create culture.

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Traditions are created through consistent behaviors which in turn create culture

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say hello to goofiness

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--organized

--flexible

--kind, but direct

--calm

--positive

--encouraging

--visionary

--consistent

--commitment to safety

--doesn't try to be "cool," i.e., no side partying with only certain members of the staff

--can communicate clearly in both speech and writing

--teachers are leaders, too--all of this applies to them, as well

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An effective leader stays an active learner by staying up-to-date on research and best practices.

Provides guidance and support without micromanaging situations, putting faith in their team.

Has honest and open-line of communication.

Holds high expectations for staff, students, and self.

Flexible with being flexible

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Someone who is willing to step in even in the last minute to help out. Also, someone who is compassionate and understanding.

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Someone who is flexible and communicates well. I think they should be on the staffs side, and is positive in their role.

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Strong communication; with open and respectful dialogue and transparency in how decisions are made.

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Building relationships, a team player and shows support. Communication and cares about the school and the staff.

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leaders providing open communication

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Someone who is data driven, facilitates community involvement, creates positive cultures, and communicates effectively. Also someone who can manage conflict.

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Someone with patience and flexibility who leaves positive notes or kind words with their staff and students instead of only critique or negatives.

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A good and effective school leader is someone who is able to build relationships and communicate effectively. They have vision for their school and are flexible.

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Support teachers and backing them up in meetings. Effective communication and takes input from others

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Has a vision for the school, has good interpersonal skills, and uses data to drive decisions.

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I think that an effective school leader checks in on their team, has the staff's back, and has the best interest of both staff and students at the forefront of decision making

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Being Flexible and Empathetic

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Someone who is not just a leader but a team player as well.

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effective and concise communication

autonomy for staff members

genuine and predictable

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Communication, support, connection, collaboration, vision, positivity, and patience.

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Someone who listens to their staff and learns from them rather than only listening to themselves

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Someone who is flexible but has boundaries and a leader who builds relationships with not just students but also staff