This book is a call to action for teachers and principals around the world to recommit to becoming the most passionate educators and leaders we know our children deserve. The authors offer a blueprint for success by providing numerous practical ideas, how-tös, and suggestions from successful, passionate practitioners.
This book is a call to action for teachers and principals around the world to recommit to becoming the most passionate educators and leaders we know our children deserve. The authors offer a blueprint for success by providing numerous practical ideas, how-tös, and suggestions from successful, passionate practitioners.
Dr. Salome Thomas-EL has been a teacher and principal in Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE since 1987. He is currently the Head of School at Thomas Edison Public Charter School in Wilmington, DE. Thomas-EL received national acclaim as a teacher and chess coach at Vaux Middle School, where his students have gone on to win world recognition as Eight-Time National Chess Champions. Principal EL was a regular contributor on "The Dr. Oz Show" and the author of the best-selling books, I Choose to Stay and The Immortality of Influence (Foreword by Will Smith). The Walt Disney Company optioned the movie rights to I Choose to Stay. Thomas-EL speaks to groups across the country and frequently appears on CSPAN, CNN, and NPR Radio. He has received the Marcus A. Foster Award as the outstanding School District Administrator in Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania's distinguished Martin Luther King Award. Reader's Digest Magazine recognized Principal EL as an "Inspiring American Icon" and he has appeared on Oprah Radio!
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Foreword Preface Acknowledgments and Dedication About the Authors Introduction: Fueling the Passion in Our Schools PART I: INSPIRING TO GROW: A CULTURE OF STRONG RELATIONSHIPS Chapter 1: A Learning Culture, Not a Teaching Culture Everyone Works to Learn Unintended Consequences An Aligned System of Improvement Growth From the Inside Out Quality Levels of Support Support and Growth Through Feedback Leadership: Choosing Your Direction Charting the Difference Fueling Passion Through Opportunity A Culture of Joy and Fulfillment Creating A Learning Culture by Design: Commitment and Desire Chapter 2: Developing the Desire for Change to Grow Faster Speeding Up the Process Feedback Faster: Creating Systems of Improvement Systematizing PD and Feedback Defining the Outcomes Something for Everyone Technical Tip #1: Everyone Gets a Personal Growth Plan Technical Tip #2: Hire for a Growth Mindset PART II: EVERYONE CONTRIBUTES: NO PASSENGERS ALLOWED Chapter 3: The Wonder of a Work Ethic Everyone Contributes Everyone Means Everyone Break the Cycle of Failure Embrace an I Believe Attitude Leadership: Choosing Your Direction Charting the Difference Empower Student Ownership by Creating New Opportunities A Culture Where Everyone Is Connected and Leadership Matters Creating a Community of Support by Design: Networking and Storytelling Chapter 4: Stronger Backs, Not Lighter Loads A Contribution is Mandatory Making a Mark: The Best Ways to Make an Impact Systematizing Strengths Defining the Roles and Naming the Positions Everybody Makes a Difference Technical Tip #1: Survey for Strengths, Hobbies, and Fun Projects Technical Tip #2: Hiring Contributors PART III: POSITIVITY FUELED BY CELEBRATIONS: BEYOND THE BASICS Chapter 5: Committing to a Culture of Celebration The Power of Connection The Revolving Door You Can't Lift Anything Up While You're Pushing It Down There's More Than One Way to Define Success Leadership: Choosing Your Direction Charting the Difference Know Where You're Going, How to Get There, and if You're in the Right Vehicle A Culture of Celebration Creating a Positive Culture by Design: Recognition and Understanding Chapter 6: Positive Educators Ignite the System Celebrate Like You Mean It Two Data Treasure Troves: Create Short-Term Wins Through Goal-Setting Systematizing Celebrations Defining What and Why We Celebrate Diversifying the Who Technical Tip #1: Building the Budget to Celebrate Technical Tip #2: Hiring Positive People Conclusion: A Blueprint for Sustaining Passion in Our Schools References Index
Foreword Preface Acknowledgments and Dedication About the Authors Introduction: Fueling the Passion in Our Schools PART I: INSPIRING TO GROW: A CULTURE OF STRONG RELATIONSHIPS Chapter 1: A Learning Culture, Not a Teaching Culture Everyone Works to Learn Unintended Consequences An Aligned System of Improvement Growth From the Inside Out Quality Levels of Support Support and Growth Through Feedback Leadership: Choosing Your Direction Charting the Difference Fueling Passion Through Opportunity A Culture of Joy and Fulfillment Creating A Learning Culture by Design: Commitment and Desire Chapter 2: Developing the Desire for Change to Grow Faster Speeding Up the Process Feedback Faster: Creating Systems of Improvement Systematizing PD and Feedback Defining the Outcomes Something for Everyone Technical Tip #1: Everyone Gets a Personal Growth Plan Technical Tip #2: Hire for a Growth Mindset PART II: EVERYONE CONTRIBUTES: NO PASSENGERS ALLOWED Chapter 3: The Wonder of a Work Ethic Everyone Contributes Everyone Means Everyone Break the Cycle of Failure Embrace an I Believe Attitude Leadership: Choosing Your Direction Charting the Difference Empower Student Ownership by Creating New Opportunities A Culture Where Everyone Is Connected and Leadership Matters Creating a Community of Support by Design: Networking and Storytelling Chapter 4: Stronger Backs, Not Lighter Loads A Contribution is Mandatory Making a Mark: The Best Ways to Make an Impact Systematizing Strengths Defining the Roles and Naming the Positions Everybody Makes a Difference Technical Tip #1: Survey for Strengths, Hobbies, and Fun Projects Technical Tip #2: Hiring Contributors PART III: POSITIVITY FUELED BY CELEBRATIONS: BEYOND THE BASICS Chapter 5: Committing to a Culture of Celebration The Power of Connection The Revolving Door You Can't Lift Anything Up While You're Pushing It Down There's More Than One Way to Define Success Leadership: Choosing Your Direction Charting the Difference Know Where You're Going, How to Get There, and if You're in the Right Vehicle A Culture of Celebration Creating a Positive Culture by Design: Recognition and Understanding Chapter 6: Positive Educators Ignite the System Celebrate Like You Mean It Two Data Treasure Troves: Create Short-Term Wins Through Goal-Setting Systematizing Celebrations Defining What and Why We Celebrate Diversifying the Who Technical Tip #1: Building the Budget to Celebrate Technical Tip #2: Hiring Positive People Conclusion: A Blueprint for Sustaining Passion in Our Schools References Index
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