If you ask me what I collect, my answer is always the same: books. Reading has been instrumental in shaping both my professional and personal growth, providing endless opportunities for reflection, inspiration, and learning. But beyond just reading, I love discussing books with others, exchanging insights, and uncovering new perspectives. Below are some books that […]
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Leaning Into Literacy in Action
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How Our Middle School’s Week of Service Honors MLK’s Legacy
Each year, students at John A. Carusi Middle School in Cherry Hill, NJ, participate in the Carusi CARES Martin Luther King Jr. Week of Service. It brings together our students in grades six through eight for a series of events aimed at helping the less fortunate in the local community. Working after school, our student […]
How School Leaders Can Support Immigrant Students and Families
School leaders have a unique role to play when it comes to supporting and partnering with immigrant families. As a leader, you can set the tone and create a vision for what kind of school community you wish to see. Of course, it’s not your job alone, but we have seen again and again that […]
Building CultureRelationships
Five Reasons to Join NASSP in 2025
As 2024 ends and preparations for 2025 begin, many are reflecting on their personal, professional, and educational goals. If you’re a middle or high school principal, assistant principal, or educational leader, NASSP membership is a transformative step for your career.
Five Reasons to Attend the National Student Council Conference
Michael Flynn is the youth services coordinator for Estill County Middle School in Irvine, KY, and a longtime adviser for the school’s student council. He’ll be bringing 23 student council members to the National Student Council Conference happening January 31–February 2 in Chicago. The event is co-located with the National Honor Society Conference. Below, Flynn […]
Honoring Our Veterans and Inspiring the Next Generation
Veterans Day holds a special place in my heart, both as a school leader and as the proud son of a Vietnam Veteran. My father served honorably and later dedicated himself to community service through our local VFW post. I grew up volunteering alongside him at events like our small town’s Rodeo and Apple Festival, […]
NASSP Principal of the Year Alumni Network
Why NASSP Webinars Are Worth Attending
It’s important for me, as a high school principal, to stay up to date on the latest trends that affect our students and be prepared for potential impacts on education. I am currently in my third year as a principal. Previously, I served as an assistant principal for two years.
Three Ways to Build Connection, Culture, and Community This School Year
For principals, experiencing challenging years is inevitable. Putting our best foot forward right out of the starting gate is essential to setting us on a positive path to building a strong, connected school community. Conflicts with student schedules, staff morale issues, and parental concerns about academic pressure and mental health status are among the few […]
BelonginginclusionMental healthmental health/wellnessschool climateschool cultureSchool Leadership
NASSP Announces Principal of the Year Finalists
NASSP today announced its top three contenders for the 2025 National Principal of the Year award. Principals Tracie Anderson Swilley, Andrew Rebello, and Jon Wilcox have emerged as visionaries reshaping education through innovative leadership and an unwavering commitment to student success.