Notas del episodio
Our guest for this episode of FocusED is Principal EL.
Principal EL believes every child deserves at least one adult who is “crazy about them,” and that leaders must be intentionally curious about students’ lives outside of school to build belonging.
Consistency, he explains, is the backbone of strong relationships; students need to know their principal will show up day after day, even after conflict. He believes visible presence in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, and the yard is non-negotiable if leaders want students to feel seen and safe.
He points out that simple moves—sitting with students at lunch, playing chess, listening—often open doors to conversations kids have never had with adults. He believes many students “ask for love in the most unloving ways,” so leaders must stay when it’s hardest, not just when students ar ...
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