Herbert O’Neil
Learner | Leader | Innovator
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“Leading with Purpose: Transforming Learning, Inspiring Minds.”
Scattered Thoughts
I read a great book some time ago entitled “First Break All the Rules.” It was recommended by a friend and turned out to be one of the best books I’ve read in recent history. This isn’t some type...
Steady Leadership is Still in Session!
It’s been a while since I’ve written in this space. I have spent more time with video blogs lately on Facebook and Periscope where Troy Mooney and I share leadership tips. I wrote on Twitter...
The Best Class Ever!
I knew her my whole life, but I had never experienced anything like this. It was fast-paced, high energy, and down right crazy at times. I'm talking about my Aunt Mary's 5th grade classroom....
You Better Not Forget!
I wrote an article sometime ago about a few steps for transforming schools entitled "School Transformation a Lesson From...
Three Quick School Improvement Tips
In my last blog post I spent a little time being reflective about how I didn’t do a great job of helping teachers be better teachers when I was a campus principal. I thought it was important to talk...
A Missing Piece
It’s always pretty interesting to me when I notice the clear deficits I had when I was a campus principal. I always thought I did a great job of laying out a vision for the campus, having attainable...
Get Out of That Bookroom!
It is of my opinion that all school systems should spend intentional time helping to grow the leaders that they have in place. They should also spend time developing individuals that aspire to be...
Ready to Lead: An Entry Guide for Principals