As this is the last update of the school year, I usually take some time to reflect. As a school administrator, the end of the school year brings frantic times and heightened emotions. This is due, in part, because of the finality of the year. Semester grades, summer plans, and graduation all play into the stress of the times. This stress is felt by everyone, students, parents, teachers, and administrators. I have experienced, seen, and endured all types of emotions and behaviors. I have been yelled at and called names, by students, parents, and teachers alike. I have been threatened plenty of times and once even assaulted at an extracurricular event when emotions are running at their highest. Through it all, I have never held a grudge. I understand that lighting strikes the highest point. Those interactions help me to be more reflective. They help me to provide a measured response. I know I am not perfect in the slightest imagination, but I try to be the best I can be. I reconcile my feelings with every interaction that I experience. In my life I don’t want to be the best school administrator in the world, but I strive to be the best for the world, starting with my school. In my role, my educational journey never ends. I get to be an educational leader, but most importantly, I get to be a lifelong learner from the people around me and experiences that I have daily. That is what powers me. My hope is that others can find their spark as I have. Life is an exceptional journey. Have a wonderful summer break. See you in August.…Go BEARS!…RiseUP! (cue No One Is to Blame – Howard Jones).
Until next time...
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