Find Your School’s Identity at the Start of the Year
Why connecting with a school's culture is so essential to success throughout the year.
Topics: Equity and Diversity, School Culture and Climate
As the academic year starts back up, principals have an opportunity to hone in on their school’s unique identity. Taking time to truly reflect on the culture and demographics of a school and its community can help leaders set the tone, vision, and direction for their students. Join us today as we discuss strategies that center student voice and agency, and how principals can leverage their school’s identity to foster a strong and positive learning environment.
Quennel Cooper, Ed.D. is principal of Prairie View Elementary School in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
Harold McCray, Ed.D. is founding principal of MacArthur High School in Washington, D.C.
Xavier Reed is principal of Central Middle School in Wayzata, Minnesota, and serves as fellow at the NAESP Center for Diversity Leadership.
Dr. Ryan Daniel is principal of Fort Foote Elementary School in Fort Washington, Maryland, and previously also served as fellow at the NAESP Center for Diversity Leadership.