Recently, I attended the Connecting Leaders Conference: Learning for Changing Times in Richmond, BC. This is a yearly conference put on by our British Columbia Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (BCPVPA). I signed up for this conference in August and was patiently waiting for the day to come! The day was full of great connections, questions,Continue reading “What Type of Leader Are You?”
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Be Curious
For the past three years we’ve taken a family road trip to Disneyland. Even though we end up at Disney, this vacation is much more than a Disney trip. We take our time driving down, stopping at many forests, playgrounds, beaches, and visiting friends along the way. One playground we have stopped at on each tripContinue reading “Be Curious”
Most Important Thing I’ve Done This Year
As another school year has come to an end, it is a time to reflect on the year, what worked, what didn’t and what you would like to focus on for the following year. For me, was quite a year that was a year full of firsts. This was my first year at this particular school.Continue reading “Most Important Thing I’ve Done This Year”
Focusing on the Positive
One of my greatest strengths, I’ve been told, is my ability to focus on the positive instead of dwelling on the negative. I see challenges as opportunities to grow and learn. To get better. To improve. To demonstrate my strength of character. To lead. I make the conscious choice to always remain positive. The followingContinue reading “Focusing on the Positive”
Mother’s Day Reflection
I have celebrated eight Mother’s Days (if you count the one when I was pregnant with my daughter who is now 7-years-old). I am very fortunate to have 3 wonderful children: Trista (7), Pauli (4), and Carson (1). I am proud of each one of them for many reasons. When I became a mom, IContinue reading “Mother’s Day Reflection”
My 10 Most Popular Blog Posts 8/10
My 10 Most Popular Blogs Posts First of all, you must keep in mind, I have only been blogging for 8 months. My blog isn’t very busy, but there are some posts that have garnered more interest than others. While some of my more recent posts have had a lot of views, I am goingContinue reading “My 10 Most Popular Blog Posts 8/10”
My Top Ten in Ten Days – Celebrating my 100th Blog Post – 1/10
Like I have mentioned, being a mom is the most important thing I do. It always has to come first! I am fortunate to have 3 wonderful kids: Trista (7), Pauli (4), and Carson (1). They brighten my each and every day. I feel so fortunate to have them in my life! I learn somethingContinue reading “My Top Ten in Ten Days – Celebrating my 100th Blog Post – 1/10”
100th Blog Post Series
I have been working on my 100th blog post for the last week, between Spring Break activities and sleep. Last night I realized that there was no way that I could post my post the way it was – the length it was. It was way too long! If I left it like this, thereContinue reading “100th Blog Post Series”
Obsession? or Passion?
For the last 8 months I have been focused on my learning, in an effort to help others, including myself and my colleagues, but, most importantly, the students in my school. During this time, I have been blogging regularly as a way to make meaning and build connections with many of the things I haveContinue reading “Obsession? or Passion?”
Handling Adversity
It is how you handle yourself in adversity that truly speaks to your strength and character as a leader. Things to remember while handling challenging situations . . . Photo by Flickr member Christophe Kiciak Stay Strong. You may want to retreat and stay away from what is upon you, but you must stay strong.Continue reading “Handling Adversity”
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