This issue of Principal magazine is designed to meet principals where they are in their journeys toward leading the elementary and middle grades with an early learning lens. That means connecting the dots between professional standards, early learning leadership competencies, developmentally appropriate practices, and equitable experiences so that students have the foundation to excel and thrive in the middle grades, high school, and beyond.
Connect the Dots for Early Ed
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreLeadership training helps principals address any gaps in their knowledge about early childhood education to help kids transition to…
Leading for the Early Years
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MorePrincipals should understand the entire continuum of childhood development to provide all students with high-quality, appropriate learning opportunities.
Safe Signals for Preschoolers
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreTrauma-responsive schools build safe, nurturing relationships with children rather than focusing on exclusionary discipline.
Promoting Purposeful Play
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreSchools must continue to encourage learning through play beyond preschool.
A Lens That Reflects
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreAdvancing equity in early childhood classrooms: Strength-based approaches emphasize materials that mirror diverse cultural experiences.
Early Learning Lessons for Principals
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreBringing you up to speed on the pre-K–3 learning continuum
First Bell
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MorePandemic pre-k access, teacher stress levels, 4-day week, and more.
Bulletin Board: Advocate
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreAdvocacy in action, Title II, and partisanship's impact on teachers shortages.
Bulletin Board: Support
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreASCA council of excellence awards, plus your hope for students.
Bulletin Board: Strengthen
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreCelebrating AP Week, conference focus on student growth, and early career principal priorities.
Cognitive Coach
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreConnecticut assistant principal Kim Roy trusts teachers to take risks.
How APs Impact Equity
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreRepresentation, relationships, and hard work are key to leveling the playing field.
Resources for Instructional Leadership
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreEffective principals must often build a body of knowledge that supports professional growth for themselves and their teachers.
Becoming a Risk-Taker
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreWomen must take care of themselves to be confident leaders, especially during periods of sudden and significant change.
Infusing SEL Into School Culture
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreTeacher-led morning meetings help even the most challenging students participate and share.
Putting the Student’s Self in Schoolwork
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreCulturally responsive teaching engages students by making their experiences meaningful.
Constitution vs. Curriculum
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreMore parents are playing politics with what’s taught in schools.
Finding Inspiration
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MoreWhat has been a bright spot of inspiration for you this year?
A Renewed Focus on Alignment
Principal, March/April 2022: Aligned Early Learning, Volume 101, Issue 4Read MorePrincipals must cope with the pandemic’s disruption of the early learning continuum.
