What It's Like To Be... with Dan Heath A High School Principal
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Dec 12, 2023 Marcus Belin, high school principal in Illinois, shares insights on managing parent complaints, dealing with teenage social media, and the challenges of being an emergency substitute teacher. He discusses the importance of building authentic relationships with students and recognizing them as individuals. The chapter also explores the impact of social media on high school experience and the need for better digital citizenship education. Additionally, educational terms like IEP and 504 are explained, and advice for a better high school experience is shared.
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Do The Jobs Nobody Else Wants
- Do the tasks that 'don't fit into anybody else's job description' instead of waiting for others.
- Be willing to clean, cook, or cover roles to keep the school running smoothly.
The Principal Is Always Public
- Being a principal means you're visible in the whole community, not just at school.
- That constant visibility affects personal life and requires intentional boundaries and acceptance.
Send Positive Feedback Often
- Share positive feedback with school staff instead of only negative messages.
- Positive validation helps educators sustain their work and morale.