Blog -GOAL SETTING

Turn a challenge into a goal: A coaching tool for the new year

Thursday, December 15, 2016 Turn a challenge into a goal: A coaching tool for the new year Image

It’s almost a new year!  During my tenure as a Principal Coach, I looked forward to coming back to work after the winter break, knowing that January was a bus...



Leadership Challenge: Take Ownership - Be Happy

Thursday, December 10, 2015 Leadership Challenge: Take Ownership - Be Happy Image

This past year I had accomplished some big goals and was ready for the next set of challenges in my continued quest for self-improvement. I'd like to tell you about my most recent goals but first let me ask:...



Meet David Manning: Coaching & Strengths Based Leadership-Still Going Strong After All These Years

Wednesday, September 30, 2015 Meet David Manning: Coaching & Strengths Based Leadership-Still Going Strong After All These Years Image

From the AEL team: One of the goals of AEL is to connect educational leaders across the state and even the nation. Our blogs will occasionally feature educators who tell their story AND share their thoughts based on their ex...



Guiding Questions for Instructional Leaders

Monday, August 17, 2015 Guiding Questions for Instructional Leaders Image

With a new school year upon us, principals are marking items off the to-do list, making sure the campus is ready to welcome students and teachers. While there are the logistical demands that can dominate your list, as the instructional le...