Principal Gaskell

Leading With Skateboard Wax: Letting Outrage Slide Off Your Back

Leaders are constantly being tested, so managing your own reactions can be critical.

AI in MTSS: Turning burdens into actions

Multi-tiered Systems of Support are designed to help students receive targeted intervention before falling through the cracks. My experience with MTSS has been uneven, with opportunities and roadbl...

Why Humans Still Own Writing: A Lesson For School Communities

Writing is one of the most important critical thinking skills to help develop the mind and express creative thought, which AI cannot do

A Day In The Life Of A Principal Using AI

How one school principal uses AI to save time on administrative tasks that can be better spent with students and staff

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Eyes Wide Shut: Handling Toxic Staff Who Use “Spying” To Disrupt School Culture

By proactively handling negative individuals, school leaders can create a psychologically safe learning environment for everyone.

Dealing with Difficult Bosses: 3+3 Strategies

Navigating bad leadership starts with practical wellness and protective factors

Why embracing embarrassment is the ultimate engine of student success

When I was in high school, my football team was preparing for a big game, and practiced in the safety of light pads, against the freshman team, so that no one would get hurt. In my absent-minded...

How students can tap into "the zone"

Inspiring students to work smarter and enter a flow state starts with the 4% rule, writes Michael Gaskell.

The Underdog Advantage: Why A Child’s Doubters Are Their Best Fuel

Helping students to turn negativity into a positive force.

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