Five leadership insights from drawing with my kids

Two children drawing together at a table

ASCD, 7 January 2025


Five things about leading a school that I noticed while drawing with my children: progress over perfection, handling frustration without abandoning the work, adapting when the plan changes, being present with the people in front of you, and keeping passionate people close. Short, and still true.

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