“The assistant principal role is like an associate principal really. It’s another leadership position that is now expected to identify challenges, come up with solutions, lead through some difficult change processes, and then really organize some really complex work that we do now.“
The “Unlock the Secrets to Thriving as an Assistant Principal” webinar, facilitated by Dr. Andy Jacks, featured panelists Dr. Gracie Branch, Michael Grant, and Donna McGuire, who explored how assistant principals can succeed in their dynamic roles. The session emphasized the evolving nature of the position and shared strategies for professional growth, instructional leadership, and building strong relationships.
Key Takeaways
1. Evolving Assistant Principals: The role of assistant principals is evolving, with a significant increase in their numbers and responsibilities, as highlighted by the Wallace Foundation’s report.
2. Building Crucial Relationships: Building relationships with staff, students, and families is crucial for assistant principals, emphasizing trust, credibility, and actionable feedback for continuous improvement.
3. Active Team Participation: Assistant principals should actively participate in team meetings and professional development to better understand the curriculum and provide meaningful support to teachers.
4. Teacher Feedback Importance: Seeking feedback from teachers during observations, especially with new curriculum implementations, helps assistant principals focus their observations and show they value teachers’ opinions.
5. Continuous Personal Growth: Personal growth and self-reflection are essential for assistant principals, involving continuous learning, joining associations, attending professional development, and seeking mentorship.
6. Career Advancement Strategies: For career advancement, assistant principals should communicate their readiness for higher roles, take on significant responsibilities, lead task forces, and participate in committees.
7. Equitable Principalship Focus: Diversifying the principalship and achieving equitable outcomes for students require assistant principals to focus on personal growth, strategic career planning, and making a significant impact in their current roles.
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