Thoughts gleaned over the years

* Be a listener.

* Lead by action.

* Walk the walk. (Walking the walk is more important than talking the talk when walking is not part of that talking.)

* Offer praise and catch people doing something good.

* Share celebrations with staff and students.

* Take ownership of discipline issues.

* Delegate decisions not just tasks.

* Know about each student and be known to students.

* Write notes of thanks.

*Let people know why you have to do what you do with regard to imposed system requirements. Help them understand system required policy and direction.