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Amen!!!

"Recognizing the difference between teaching to the test and developing test-specific thinking is essential." Tips to equip your team heading into spring testing season, via @edutopia: edutopia.org/article/prepar…

Shelby County Public Schools will be CLOSED Monday, January 26th and Tuesday, January 27th, 2026. Monday will be NTI Day #5, and Tuesday will be a traditional Snow Day. No SCPS activities Monday and Tuesday. All our campuses will be closed (including Central Office).

Burnout often comes in threes – emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and decreased sense of accomplishment. Learn practical tips on preventing burnout before it happens from Principal @JessicaCabeen, via @edutopia. edutopia.org/article/how-sc…

@mcmspartans @SCPS_Rock My college roommate & friend! Congratulations girlfriend. Enjoy your much deserved rest & retirement.

Today we celebrate the retirement of our friends and colleague. Her kindness and dedication have touched countless students, families, and colleagues, leaving a legacy that will be felt for years to come. We love you! #SpartanNation #weareshelbyinspired

✅ Growth focus ✅ Clear next steps ✅ Strong belief in what's possible (Coaching inspiration by leader @branbrotherton)

🧰 Leading large-scale change requires a particular set of tools in your leadership toolbox. 5 strategies to sharpen your change management skills, via @NewLeadersOrg. newleaders.org/blog/five-insi…

Leaders...

When they see you in the halls today, they're more likely to trust you tomorrow. (Inspiration via P @AK_El_Jefe)

Your new teachers are looking to you to help them launch fulfilling careers in education. How can you start them off on a promising path? Click for guidance from leader @LaurenMKaufman. laurenmkaufman.com/2023/08/06/6-i…

Project walls are bulletin boards or wall spaces that guide learning and project management throughout the project. Check out our 'Project Walls Strategy Guide: bit.ly/32zsRjL #ProjectWall

@ShelbyField Ok… ya’ll are showing out tonight! Way to compete rockets!

Regional Champions, girls 4x1 of Sophie Hurst, Ashlynn Brangers, Kalaysia Richmond, and Tyliyah Thompson!

@ShelbyField Way to run TT!!

Tyliyah Thompson auto state qualifiers, 2nd place in the girls 100 M Dash!

@ShelbyField Yesesssssssss!!! Way to go Giaonni!!💙💛

Another State Qualifier, Giaonni Hunter in the boys Shot Put, Region Runner-Up!

@ShelbyField Yessss!!! Congratulations ladies!! State Bound!!

First official state qualifiers: girls 4x8 of Emalene Hurt, Gretchen Gayle, Esther Van Zee, and Elena Nethery for a 2nd Place.

@dawnstaley I can’t wait for my preorder copy! Congratulations Coach @dawnstaley !

📕⚡️: I wanted to read to you one of my favorite parts of my new book Uncommon Favor. You can read or listen to it for yourself when it comes out May 20! Get ready!

It’s OPENING Night here at West! Come join us for a fantastic presentation! Doors open at 6:15. The show starts at 7 PM.

The Kentucky Department of Education unveiled the latest framework to revamp the Commonwealth’s assessment and accountability systems during the School Curriculum, Assessment and Accountability Council’s meeting on May 6. Read more: bit.ly/SCAACMay2025

Many of the world's top-performing countries don’t micromanage schools from the top down. They prioritize local autonomy and trust the educators and community closest to the students.

Principal Burnout and Turnover is Real! check out my article. doctorbradjohnson.com/2025/04/the-si… @NAESP @NASSP