Category Archives: Personal Growth

School in the Summer Time

Posted on July 18, 2018 by drellena

I am a middle school Principal. Have been now for 7 years. Before that I was an Assistant Principal who worked an extended contract (to do the master schedule) during the summer. My friends don’t get it. It’s not their … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Your Daily Routine

Posted on August 7, 2017 by drellena

At least ten times a year, I watch Jimmy Valvano’s speech at the 1993 ESPY Awards. Every time I shed some tears. Every time. His words were straight from his heart, and the were raw with emotion. And they were … Continue reading →

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A Fresh Start

Posted on July 19, 2017 by drellena

One of the many things I love about my job and the cycle of the school year is that every year is a fresh start. Hopefully, we have learned from mistakes, gotten better at what we do and apply those … Continue reading →

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Summer Time is Here! Now What?

Posted on June 22, 2017 by drellena

Please don’t get me wrong. I love my job. I love working with kids, parents and teachers. But come late May and early June, they have to go. I need some slow time to recharge and refresh. I am sure … Continue reading →

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Gathering Feedback from Staff for Personal Growth

Posted on May 25, 2015 by drellena

As we approach the end of the school  year, my thoughts inevitably begin to turn towards the next school year. It is like this every year. I start to look at what went well, what didn’t go so well and … Continue reading →

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