Father. Husband. MS Principal. Life long learner. An imperfect person trying to be better each day with the help of those whom I encounter. Clemson Tiger.
South Carolina, USA
Joined August 2017
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Jeff Duncan retweeted
If you’re a teacher… don’t assume your students know you care about them. You gotta show ‘em… every day. If you’re an administrator... don’t assume your teachers know you support them. You gotta show ‘em… every day.
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Custodians are the backbone of every school, keeping campuses safe for students and staff of all ages. This year, as the world was introduced to a new virus, our custodial staff had to work even harder to keep schools clean and safe. And they did it all with a smile. #ThankSC
Jeff Duncan retweeted
In order to possess a growth mindset, we must first and foremost acknowledge and own up to our mistakes. Make room for reflection and determine how to move forward. @growthmindset1 @BenefitMindset @MindShiftKQED
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Online teaching is NOT the future of education. It’s simply a necessary part of our present.
The future of education is in the realization that our most important lessons can’t be replicated exclusively online.
People need people, & that requires proximity.
#BoldSchool #edchat
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Just heard a teacher say: “I’ve got a challenging problem for you guys. Well... it’s actually not that challenging for you because you’re brilliant.”
How our students feel about themselves is a powerful thing. So yeah... that fires me up.
Jeff Duncan retweeted
How to Build a Great School Climate:
👏 Aggressively address Gossip of any kind. Everytime!
👏 Smile and greet students by name. Address your teachers in the same way
👏 Serve your people
👏 Respond to text, calls, & emails quickly
👏 Smile. Be positive
👏 Lead by example
#edchat
Jeff Duncan retweeted
As a leader one of your most important jobs is to create a great culture. Culture drives expectations, standards and beliefs. These drive behavior. Behavior drives habits and habits create your organization and outcomes.
Jeff Duncan retweeted
With the uncertainty this fall, the difference in administrators & leaders will be noticeable. Admin will feel safe maintaining status quo. Leaders will be flexible & adaptable to meet the challenges and needs of staff & students. They will seek staff input & keep them in loop.
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Kids do not dislike Hard Work. They dislike work that is boring and work that appears meaningless.
#edchat #education
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Many years from now there will be adults who share stories about when they were in your class. I hope teachers never forget that they’re helping to shape the future memories of those in their care.
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Dear Graduate:
This virus may have stolen your senior year and graduation but it cannot and will not steal your future. Stay positive. Work hard. Look for opportunies. What you believe will determine what you create.
Jeff Duncan retweeted
I’m done hearing “our schools are broken”. Point to another industry during this crisis that has more quickly adapted to change, supported our most vulnerable, & served the community at large...without a bailout.
I’ll wait.
#BoldSchool
#TuesdayThoughts
#TeacherAppreciationWeek
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Shout out to @RockSpringsBapt for paying off all lunch debt for this school year!
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Nothing makes me more irritated than when a parent uses social media to air their complaints and concerns....well, except when an educator does it. Social media is not a place for you to blast your colleagues, admin or parents. If you have a problem, go directly to that person.
Jeff Duncan retweeted
Think about it. The best Teachers in Schools are the best not because of Test Scores, Popularity, or Experience, but because of how they affect the Culture & Climate in a positive way! Thanks for being that Teacher! #edchat
