Strong emotions can help to explain behavior, but they don't excuse misbehavior. You can't always control what you feel. You do get to decide whether, when, and how you express it. A mark of emotional intelligence is being thoughtful about the impact of your moods on others.

Is looking forward to everything an acceptable response?! #NAESP22 #AppoShine

Not having an opinion is not a sign of ignorance or indifference. It's often a mark of an open mind. The more complex and consequential the issue, the more critical thinking depends on suspending judgment. A key to learning is gathering information without forming a conclusion.

A few of our Appo leaders reflecting on our morning sessions during lunch. Such a privilege to work with these amazing leaders in education! AppoSchools Dr. Jerod Phillips Sr. Jasmery Sudler Steve Earley Joanna Millett Sue Jackson Jenna Vasquez National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals

Thank you for this! It was a serious challenge selecting sessions to attend. So many great topics and presenters but not enough time! #naesp22

“That’s just the way I am” is a missed opportunity for growth. Personality is not your destiny. It’s your tendency. No one is limited to a single way of thinking, feeling, or acting. Who you become is not about the traits you have. It's what you decide to do with them.

I’m often asked what advice I would give new teachers. Let’s agree on new. 1-5 years?! My advice is this: Find a veteran teacher. Talk often. It will be your greatest strength. There isn’t a course, PD or book that can prepare you better than a veteran teacher, in my opinion!

Go ahead, be a positive force in the world today! And remember, being positive doesn't mean ignoring the negative. Being positive means overcoming the negative. There's a big difference between the two.

I love getting to work, learn, and teach with this AMAZING crew! #WeAreOLDSTATE

It's always more important to be kind than to be right. - Rich Simmonds #quote

Teachers have three loves: love of learning, love of learners, and the love of bringing the first two loves together. - Scott Hayden

Integrity is when our words and deeds are consistent with our values.

We miss out on opportunities when we only ask what could go wrong. It's also worth asking what could go right. Change carries risk: we might fail. But sticking to the status quo also brings risk: we might fail to grow. It's better to test and learn than to never test at all.

Everyone has the power to be a leader. Leadership is a choice, not a position. Quite often, the most influential leaders are the ones without a formal title or position.

"I am brave! Loved! Powerful!" This hopscotch board in P @mandyeellis's school community invites student to hop their way through positive affirmations before heading to class.

The leader is the one who lifts & celebrates the work of others. #Leadership #TheLeaderIsTheOne

Leadership is not about pulling people to follow your path. It's about shining enough light for them to find their own route. Bosses aim to wield power. They issue commands to maintain control. Leaders strive to empower. They delegate authority to unleash potential.

10 ways to succeed with zero talent: 1. Be On Time 2. Show Up & Do The Work 3. Give Your Best 4. Be Positively Contagious 5. Have An Attitude Of Gratitude 6. Seek Solutions 7. Have Passion 8. Be Coachable 9. Do More Than What’s Required 10. Believe in Yourself

Day 1: Kicking off a new school year with the dolphin squad! #BMEdolphins #AppoShine