Building Effective School Systems: From Observations to Culture
What does it take to create effective systems in a school that support both teachers and students while building a positive culture? Nicole Baker, an experienced educator and administrator, shares insights on creating organizational systems that work. Drawing from her experience across multiple states and roles, including superintendent-principal, she discusses:
- Teacher observation and support strategies, including innovative approaches like video observations
- Data tracking systems for student performance with emphasis on avoiding over-assessment
- Building positive school culture by prioritizing staff wellbeing and implementing school-wide behavioral programs
- Practical scheduling approaches involving stakeholder input
- Communication systems including weekly staff updates and regular parent outreach
- Time management techniques for administrators using digital tools
Key highlight is her success in developing a collaborative environment in a small K-8 school, demonstrating how size constraints can be turned into advantages through creative leadership approaches.
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