Summary
In this conversation, Mike Randolph and Martin Aftuck discuss the importance of recognition in their roles as principals and school leaders. They share how they celebrate and recognize the achievements of their schools, teachers, and students. Both principals emphasize the significance of recognition in creating a positive school culture and motivating students and staff. They also highlight the importance of focusing on learning gains and improvement, rather than just school grades. Overall, recognition plays a vital role in building a successful and thriving school community.
Keywords
recognition, principals, school leaders, celebration, achievements, school grades, positive school culture, motivation, learning gains, improvement, successful school community
Takeaways
- Recognition is an essential aspect of being a principal and school leader.
- Celebrating achievements and recognizing success helps create a positive school culture.
- Focusing on learning gains and improvement is more important than just school grades.
- Recognition motivates students and staff and contributes to a thriving school community.
Titles
- Focusing on Learning Gains: Beyond School Grades
- Motivating Students and Staff through Recognition
Sound Bites
- "How does recognition play a part for you as a principal and a school leader?"
- "Recognition is 20% of what I absolutely love."
- "If you don't tell people what you're doing, they're going to have their own narrative."
Chapters
00:00Introduction and Special Episode
00:24The Role of Recognition for Principals and School Leaders
01:39Methods of Recognition
02:09Teacher Incentive Programs
02:39Recognizing Student Achievements
03:08Conclusion: Setting a Positive Tone
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03:24Introduction and Excitement over School Grades
06:08Celebrating Successes and Recognizing Achievements
06:37Moving Forward and Setting High Expectations
07:48Improving the Graduation Rate and Instilling Belief
10:07Setting Goals for a Successful Year
11:13Conclusion and Well Wishes