The TED Talk from Linda Cliatt-Wayman was extremely powerful and touching. I have watched it and shared it multiple times as I was enthralled with her story and her actions towards completely turning around a school. Her slogans are messages I will keep with me as I continue my journey into becoming an school leader. "If you're going to to lead, LEAD" lit a fire in me. Leadership entails being fearless and being able to take on and accept the challenges that come with improving schools and helping students become successful.
" If you're going to lead, LEAD", An aspiring principal has to understand his/her responsibilities. It is vital to know any and all challenges your school faces. Principals must have the determination and courage to take action and find solutions and remedy issues a school may be facing. Linda Cliatt-Wayman knew she was the principal and it was her job and primary responsibility to lead and enforce change at her school. The second slogan was, "So what, now what?", in other words there are no excuses. As an aspiring principal it is important to be a problem solver. There is no time to make excuses because excuses don't benefit students. Students' best interest should always be a priority regardless of factors including poverty, discipline, and under achievement. So what?! Formulate a plan, stick to the vision, and make a difference. The third slogan was, " If nobody told you they love you today, remember I do." While watching this video, it was devastating to know that a child questioned why the principal kept referring to the school as a school--the child clearly disagreed. Students should not have to fear going to school. Aspiring principals have to know that some students don't always come from nurturing environments. Students spend most of their day in school so it's important to create an atmosphere of love and support. Students need to know that educators love, care, and support them.
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