I’m preparing a presentation for a group of administrators next week. I’m used to primarily collaborating with teachers, but I think this is a critical opportunity for me to influence a crucial group. These guys and gals set the tone and determine the instructional direction for entire districts and campuses. I’ve been reflecting upon the [...]
Entries Tagged as 'leadership'
Traits of an Innovative Adminstrator
November 9, 2011 · 4 Comments · Educational technology, implementation, leadership, Teaching and Learning
Tags: administration·climate·education·Educational technology·innovation·integration·leadership·principals·schools
Embracing Changes for a New Year
September 7, 2011 · No Comments · Educational technology, leadership, Teaching and Learning
A change in leadership is always an interesting experience. It’s also a great opportunity for self-assessment and adjusting your direction and focus. This is very descriptive of this year in Birdville, as we have a new superintendent and several other members of the leadership team (or, more accurately, the “cabinet”). As expected, our new leaders [...]
Tags: Birdville·BISD·change·education·Educational technology·ITS·leadership
Meaningful Leadership
September 18, 2008 · No Comments · Educational technology, implementation, leadership
The past 2 years have seen exciting utilization of technology in Birdville ISD. The impact of tools of the read/write web, online courses, and digital media have been particularly great. One significant unifying factor in the campuses where these tools are being most broadly used is the support of the campus principal. As Tom Landry [...]
Tags: change·education·leadership·risk-taking·schools·technology·web 2.0
