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Published by Abingdon Press, this book will be available for purchase in June 2018. It brings together 12 wide-ranging perspectives on SEL to present a comprehensive picture of the current state of play, along with forecasts for the future and practical action steps for educators, parents, and leaders. The book is edited by Tamara Fyke, creator of the Love In A Big World social-emotional learning curriculum, and includes contributions from some of the nation’s leading education authors and speakers, SEL researchers, certified mental health professionals, district-level educators, and more. With this book, all education stakeholders can gain a better understanding of what SEL looks like, inside schools and in various community contexts. Building People will engage you with new ideas and unique perspectives that will push your thinking and present actionable ways to improve SEL wherever you live and work.
To learn more about the book and how you can purchase a copy or multiple copies for yourself, your school, or your organization, contact: info@loveinabigworld.org or visit: www.loveinabigworld.org
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When Principal Leadership Is
Missing At Your School
Your job is to teach your students. Stay focused on them. Remember why you got into teaching in the first place. You wanted to make a difference in the lives of children. You can do that even if your principal is not ideal. Create opportunities to connect with your students through stories, projects and events. You can model strong leadership and healthy communication in your classroom even if there are problems with school climate. The challenge is not to isolate yourself and your students.
You need to stay connected with your colleagues, those on your grade level team and those throughout the building. Chances are that you are not alone in your experience and perception. Take time to hear others’ concerns. Listen well, but set a time limit. You don’t need to get caught in an hour-long negative conversation. Again, be sure that what you say to your colleagues about your leader is reframed positively. As with your students, create opportunities to connect with your fellow teachers. Perhaps, you can host a potluck lunch, night out after work, or secret pals. Find ways to build camaraderie and bolster spirits.
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