Leader Bulletin Board: 10 Tips for New and Aspiring APs

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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