Building Effective Organizational Systems for School Leaders
Are you struggling to balance the many initiatives and responsibilities of school leadership? In this insightful conversation, leadership coach and former educator Darrin Peppard discusses essential organizational systems for school principals. Drawing from his 26 years of experience in education, Peppard shares strategies across three key areas:
Teacher Support and Development:
Teacher Support and Development:
- Emphasizes the importance of gaining clarity around leadership vision
- Advocates for understanding where teachers are in their journey
- Recommends the "Start, Stop, Continue, Consider" protocol for gathering feedback
School Culture and Climate:
- Shares his transformation from a discipline-focused to relationship-centered approach
- Highlights the importance of being visible and present in the school
- Discusses implementing recognition systems to reinforce positive behavior
Leadership Operations and Reflection:
- Details practical systems for classroom walkthroughs and communication (911/411 system)
- Emphasizes the importance of protecting leadership time
- Introduces the concept of "balcony level leadership" for regular reflection
Throughout the discussion, Peppard emphasizes that successful school leadership requires clear systems, delegation, and regular reflection. He particularly stresses the value of getting clarity on vision and expectations, being visible in the school, and taking time to reflect on leadership priorities. The conversation concludes with both hosts advocating for the importance of leadership coaching in educational administration.
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