Trust is really important. As I leader I try to be keenly aware of my words and my actions. I think about and reflect on how I treat people, how I handle hard situations, and whether or not I am consistent in my responses to situations. I know that in order to build trust I must act with character. How YOU experience ME is important. I strive to get better at connecting with each of you and I hope that I competently and effectively serve the staff, students and families in this school.
This week I sent all of the grade level data team leaders an email about black history month and our ideas for making this a focus for February. I was really excited about the continuation of Diversity and Inclusion Week and the conversations that our study of famous black people would bring to our school! I wanted to get HONEST feedback from our data team leaders because this year is crazy and the last thing I wanted to do was put one more thing on your plates. The feedback I got from all of them was incredible! Everyone loved the idea and hopped on board. But, what I was the happiest about was the HONESTY with which one team in particular, shared their concerns. This team did not have a problem with with black history month but instead they weren't sure if they could accomplish the task in the appropriate way with all they had happening in their particular grade level at this time of year. They wanted to be supportive and participate but asked if they could do so a little differently! This might sound weird but the fact that people on our staff feel comfortable sharing how they really feel and what they're really struggling with makes me so HAPPY! I do not want you all to feel like you have to agree with everything I say! I want you to feel like you can come to me with your honest feelings and concerns and know that I will support you! I hope you all know that this is the kind of leader I strive to be.
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