Leader Bulletin Board: 10 Tips for New and Aspiring APs
by The Principal Project Team | 5.23.22
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Student encourager. Teacher inspirer. Family supporter. Becoming an assistant principal means wearing many hats! That’s why your fellow leaders came together to answer this question: If you could add one tip to a bulletin board of advice for new and aspiring assistant principals, what would it be?
Browse their notes below and find a few words of encouragement to support your leadership practice – or to share with a leader friend:
📌 Got a tip you’d love to tack up on this board? Click here to share your advice for new and aspiring assistant principals!
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