SEL

Written and edited by Andre Wicks, Founder & CEO |  Everyday Principal . On a Tuesday in October, two seventh graders arrive at the...

Principals begin each year with energy, yet by October many face burnout. Research shows it’s not heroics that sustain leaders but protective habits: rest, reflection, connection, and boundaries. When superintendents reinforce these practices, wellbeing becomes professional work—not a private struggle—and leadership capacity expands for the whole school.

Every act begins with neurons firing in the brain. Master your mind and master your leadership abilities.

Thriving relationships translates to a thriving school.

Emotional intelligence (EI) is vital for understanding and managing your own emotions and those of others.

Dr. Bradberry lays it out for us in this post. Building emotional intelligence is crucial for all leadership roles, like the principalship.

Taking care of yourself is a prerequisite for being able to take care of others. Read on as Wendy Turner makes the case for adult SEL.