The irony of "soft skills" is that they're often the hardest to master. Leadership, communication, collaboration, creativity, and adaptability may not be technical, but they're increasingly vital. Behavioral, social, and emotional skills are what make humans indispensable.

Thinking is invisible! Start thinking aloud so students can have clarity in terms of strategies and reflection. Give students the "how and why" of learning. Learn more about how to make your thinking clear as part of gradual release of responsibility: youtu.be/z2iNggN__QA

Starting off the evening with Game #1 of the Women’s International Champions Cup Houston Dash v. FC Barcelona Providence Park PDX #WICC2021

There is no amount of “perfect” that can make us more worthy of love and belonging. Let’s not waste our energy chasing perfect. Let’s be more human. That’s what our schools need anyway. People standing in their imperfect humanity while centering the humanity of others.

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Proud parent brag- this wee little Freshman made the varsity girls soccer team at the new Adrienne C. Nelson High School! Can’t wait to watch her out on the pitch! #gohawks ⚽️

Tomorrow I get to have my first in-person staff meeting with all 50 teachers and staff for the first time since March 2020 and I am so excited 🎉. Can’t wait to see all these seats full of excited educators ready to welcome our students back full time for the 2021-22 school year!

Some students go an entire day at school without anyone saying their name. Be the adult who speaks to each student by name. Everyone loves to hear their name.

We don't "give" students a voice. They already have a voice - and thoughts, ideas, solutions, passions, etc. We want to AMPLIFY their voice, ELEVATE their voice. We can help them find their own outlets and platforms to share if they choose. Pass. Them. The. Mic.

Happy 15th birthday to my strong, witty, and brave daughter Sofía! So proud of you each and every day!

“We need to continue pushing conversations about race and equity, get comfortable with discomfort, acknowledge that we may be part of the problem, & believe that we can take steps to change.” @RosaIsiah The Leadership Journey from Color-Blind to Color-Brave #RepresentationMatters

To our Youth: In case you haven’t heard it today - You are are SEEN! You are VALUED! You are LOVED beyond measure! You’ve weathered unimaginable challenges & inspire us! We are so proud of you! You are the future & the future is bright! Shine On, young folks! Shine on!

Had a blast on scrimmaging with some of my Highland Elementary School 5th grade students! They’re keeping me on my toes, for sure! I love that I can lead my amazing school community from a place of passion! #soccertuesdays #SomosFamilia

All great leaders are optimists. To inspire requires an undying belief that the future is bright.

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Our Highland Elementary School wearning Tutus on 2/2! #somosfamilia #highlandhuskies

Prioritize some time the rest of the week to #CheckOn… ⬇️ Make sure they are all well & okay- b/c we all go through things that are really heavy. We all struggle, which is not a sign of weakness but rather it’s a sign of being #HUMAN🙌🏽✨#BeKind #SisterSupeRollCall #HowAreYou❓

Yes!! Every. Single. Time. ❤️

❤️ Christopher Emdin

Today I finished my 4th year as a principal and 20th year in education. So honored to serve this amazing Spanish Dual Language Community!! Highland Elementary School #somosfamilia