Communication Is the Key
By Karen M. Mumphord
Karen M. Mumphord, Principal Dickinson Elementary School
I loved reading her story. It made me reflect on what I would be able to do in a time of crisis. I truly believe that communication is a key factor when considering any plan of action being successful. As administrators on a campus, one of our main jobs is to make sure all students are safe. We must build a rapport with our students and staff to make sure everyone feels secure in their environment.
One of the quotes she mentioned in her book brought back memories of something my grandmother always told us when we were children, "You cannot be down about something that is not going your way. You have to get yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again." Things will not always be perfect, but we sometimes have to make lemonade out of the lemons we are given.
The "Leadership Lessons Learned" are excellent suggestions that we should review frequently. We generally have fire & emergency drills on a monthly basis, but we should also be prepared for the unexpected. Frequent review of our Emergency Operations Plan and continued communication of the plans must always be in place for the safety of all.
Thank you so much for sharing this information with us!
One of the quotes she mentioned in her book brought back memories of something my grandmother always told us when we were children, "You cannot be down about something that is not going your way. You have to get yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again." Things will not always be perfect, but we sometimes have to make lemonade out of the lemons we are given.
The "Leadership Lessons Learned" are excellent suggestions that we should review frequently. We generally have fire & emergency drills on a monthly basis, but we should also be prepared for the unexpected. Frequent review of our Emergency Operations Plan and continued communication of the plans must always be in place for the safety of all.
Thank you so much for sharing this information with us!
Comments from Reflections about Principles for Principals, Leading the Way to School Safety by Ada Rosario Dolch
Communication Is the Key
By Karen M. Mumphord, Principal Dickinson Elementary School
Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, Sugar Land, Texas
Communication Is the Key
By Karen M. Mumphord, Principal Dickinson Elementary School
Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, Sugar Land, Texas
Link to Reflections About Ada's Story
The Day After 9/11 | Observations | Be Prepared and Be a Leader | Communication Is Key | New Safety Check List | It's Not a Matter of "if" but "when"
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The Day After 9/11 | Observations | Be Prepared and Be a Leader | Communication Is Key | New Safety Check List | It's Not a Matter of "if" but "when"
Buy Principles for Principals | Store | Free eBook for All Principals