Author Archives: Amy's Reflections
Questions without easy answers
“Every system is perfectly designed to get the results it gets.” ~ W. Edward Deming Is your system getting the results you want? Are all of your students achieving at high levels? Are all of your teachers using the best … Continue reading
Reflective questions
I have recently spoken with a few colleagues about the importance of asking reflective questions. I used to think that part of my role as a coach and an administrator was to make sure to share as much information with … Continue reading
What I’m reading these days
Since I am doing a TON of reading for my three doctoral courses this, leaving little time to write new posts lately, I decided to share some quick thoughts on what I am reading. – School Leadership that Works by … Continue reading
Are you still learning?
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about professional development (PD). How it is delivered How it is received Who participates Who is a natural professional developer Who is uncomfortable in the role How it can occur through social media, personal … Continue reading
Intentional Leadership
“In order for a shared vision to impact the day-to-day work of people throughout an organization, its members must be able to understand how their work contributes to a larger purpose. So effective leaders constantly remind people of the significance … Continue reading
Redefining Professional Development
The more I have the opportunity the attend professional development workshops outside of my district, the more I reflect on my evolving definition of meaningful professional development. I have always been fascinated by the facilitators of PD who don’t seem … Continue reading
Lesson Study
As we enter into a new school year, talking and planning about our work, I keep coming back to the idea of Lesson Study as a way to meet many of our professional needs. As a coach and a principal, … Continue reading
My Journey
My Journey* In response to a challenge by @DCulberhouse, a PLN colleague and blogger, I would like to share with you the journey I have taken to get here, my little corner of the education world. I was always an … Continue reading
Learning, Coaching and Leading
In all my roles in education – teacher, Peer Coach/ Staff Developer (i.e. Literacy Coach), Literacy Administrator, Vice Principal, Principal, and now Director- I have always thought of myself as a learner first, then a coach, and finally a leader. … Continue reading
Reflections on Leadership and Learning 