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Principals

Why one principal says, “We’re at a good place. We want to take it up a notch.”

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Principal Nikol Youngberg says establishing a welcoming and nurturing climate for students is not a cliche—it's her "why" for being an educator and for leading Flour Bluff Primary & Elementary Schools in Texas.

How this distinguished principal connects culturally with her Navajo students

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At the beginning of each year, Pandora Mike introduces herself in the Navajo language to ask students, nearly all of whom identify as Native American, if they are also members of her family clans. "Those who raise their hands, I let them know 'I am your grandmother,'" Mike explains."'From here on,' I say, 'if you see me in the hallway, you can call me Grandma."

3 Principal of the Year finalists described as transformational educators

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School leaders from Maryland, Virginia and Wisconsin recognized by the National Association of Secondary School Principals for "intertwining innovative mental wellness initiatives with academic rigor."

How mentoring can help new principals lead with kindness

Phyllis Gimbel and Peter Gow -
Structured mentorship for new principals is an act of kindness itself, a gift of trust and collaborative support.

Instructional leader: How one principal leverages a love of teaching reading

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Principal Angie Krause's background as a reading specialist has come in handy this year as she gets to know each child's academic and social-emotional needs.

Why national award reaffirms a K6 principal’s ‘profound sense of responsibility’

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Being named a National Distinguished Principal reinforces Angie Krause's commitment to upholding high leadership standards and inspiring the teachers and students at Kansas' Community Elementary School.

Why “Be Where Your Feet Are” is this distinguished principal’s motto

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Principal Karissa Lang is focused on boosting teacher and staff morale, and reducing burnout by helping maintain a work-life balance.

How 2023’s distinguished principals stand out for serving students

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37 middle and elementary school leaders made NAESP's 2023 National Distinguished Principals list for driving academic growth during years of disruption, diversifying their staff and improving outreach to non-English speaking families.

How 2 new principals are reinventing the beginning of the school year

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Ashley Bowling, the new principal of Florence Middle School in Alabama, has revamped her building's "opening ceremonies" with an eye toward making her students more comfortable with technology. 

Roughly 10% left the principalship during the 2021-22 school year. Why?

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"Principal attrition is higher in public schools than it was five years ago, and veteran public school leaders with more years of experience leave the profession at higher rates than those with less experience," NCES Commissioner Peggy G. Carr said in a statement.

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