tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post8326377459806012454..comments2024-01-03T09:39:21.977-06:00Comments on FC Superintendent: Learning to LeadJoe Sanfelippohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04855235420307872980noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-6310166704661579082014-07-23T14:46:23.060-05:002014-07-23T14:46:23.060-05:00Joe- well written. My kids constantly ask me, &quo...Joe- well written. My kids constantly ask me, "who are the crickets?" as I rock my gear you sent. It is my pleasure to be in your PLN. Fun learning together.<br />DaveDr. David Gentile, NJ Superintendenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13814805833354192488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-21383811883592957772014-07-15T15:34:07.157-05:002014-07-15T15:34:07.157-05:00No problem Brian! Thanks for the feedback. Our ac...No problem Brian! Thanks for the feedback. Our actions certainly impact those around us and I am totally guilty of not being on point when I should. Always a good reminder. Thanks for reading and hope you are having a great summer!Joe Sanfelippohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04855235420307872980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-3908447903441640552014-07-12T09:32:10.712-05:002014-07-12T09:32:10.712-05:00Joe -- Thanks for your positive post. As a classro...Joe -- Thanks for your positive post. As a classroom teacher, I often find myself self-reflecting on my own practices and where I need to improve upon to enhance student learning. Being a teacher with some clout amongst my colleagues, my actions in meetings and professional developments of being a "lead learner" or a "non-lead learner" affects the other around me. Thank you for reminding me to constantly "sharpen the saw" (as Covey would state) and be a "lead learner" in my school. -- BrianAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-31844713787814646682014-07-07T08:51:21.516-05:002014-07-07T08:51:21.516-05:00Thanks for the feedback, Ben! The day to day grind...Thanks for the feedback, Ben! The day to day grind is tough to overcome, but it is part of what we do and that won't go away. I feel the same way about the learning...so much opportunity. Just finished Multipliers and one of the key take aways for me was get better at 1 thing and take one of the best things you do to the next level. I always thought building your lowest attributes was most important...they would argue that. Your "3" are great...be present is one that is constantly on my mind...need to be better there. Thanks!Joe Sanfelippohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04855235420307872980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-6991410013122236282014-07-07T08:48:03.811-05:002014-07-07T08:48:03.811-05:00Thanks Jay! Great 3 to focus on this year...your s...Thanks Jay! Great 3 to focus on this year...your staff will love it!Joe Sanfelippohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04855235420307872980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-21799834393683610642014-07-07T08:47:15.726-05:002014-07-07T08:47:15.726-05:00Thanks Brad!!! Love the 3 things you came up with....Thanks Brad!!! Love the 3 things you came up with...especially Shine the Light. So many stories...your students deserve to have them heard. Appreciate the feedback!Joe Sanfelippohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04855235420307872980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-48571553174194825022014-07-07T08:46:21.304-05:002014-07-07T08:46:21.304-05:00Thanks Jeff!!! Always trying to grow...really appr...Thanks Jeff!!! Always trying to grow...really appreciate the connection and feedback!!Joe Sanfelippohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04855235420307872980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-32491675761790307362014-07-07T07:59:23.916-05:002014-07-07T07:59:23.916-05:00Thanks for the feedback, Jimmy! Agreed...balance i...Thanks for the feedback, Jimmy! Agreed...balance is tough and we can be our own worst critic. I am certainly guilty of looking at the next thing and not living in the moment...will have to be better there. Keep up the amazing work...you are a great model of continuous learning and leadership. Joe Sanfelippohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04855235420307872980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-1743067705152103002014-07-06T21:16:08.864-05:002014-07-06T21:16:08.864-05:00To be transparent and accept your challenge...here...To be transparent and accept your challenge...here are my three:<br /><br />1) Take the time to Champion a child each day<br />2) Be present - take the time to get into classrooms every day and give timely, heartfelt feedback<br />3) Ask questions, listen to answers and be confident in my core beliefs<br /><br />Gotta work on being so wordy...that would be #4Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-31927380051317064482014-07-06T21:09:33.489-05:002014-07-06T21:09:33.489-05:00Joe,
You really got my wheels spinning when you t...Joe,<br /><br />You really got my wheels spinning when you talked about working hard versus informing kids they're smart. This is an approach that I need to focus on with my students at Warner. Thanks for pushing my thinking!<br /><br />I also reflected quite a bit when you mentioned the learning we do then gets pushed back because of the day-to-day grind. For me this often happens...I participate in a twitter chat, I read a blog or book and I attend conferences. All of these methods of learning push me...but I also cannot overwhelm my staff by not allowing them to learn and implement at their pace. The balance is very difficult, but I draw peace from knowing that I value people, relationships and leading our school forward.<br /><br />I appreciate your posts Joe...keep em' comin'.<br /><br />-BenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-85758937637432501002014-07-06T19:23:15.106-05:002014-07-06T19:23:15.106-05:00Well done, Joe. Having 3 things to focus on is so...Well done, Joe. Having 3 things to focus on is something we can all do, so here are my three.<br />1. Celebrate a risk with a staff member or student.<br />2. Model energy and excitement.<br />3. Share out the great things our Merton family is doing.<br />Thanks for the push to keep getting better.<br />JayAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-79877520852592003612014-07-06T17:26:37.664-05:002014-07-06T17:26:37.664-05:00Joe,
Great stuff as always. I love the concept of...Joe,<br /><br />Great stuff as always. I love the concept of proclaiming your "big three." We've done this with school goal setting, but I REALLY like the idea of owning and sharing a personal 3. I'm going to reflect on this for awhile...here's my preliminary trifecta:<br /><br />1.) Disregard the Impossible: Commit to an unparalleled level of support & innovation for student learning in a digital age. <br />2.) Transform Pedagogy: Empower teachers to champion student learning using current-best practices.<br />3.) Shine the Light: Serve our staff and students by humbly recognizing their amazing efforts on a regular basis...whether it's a 1:1 conversation or other authentic acknowledgement; their stories are worthy of being told.<br /><br />Thanks for your open sharing and leadership, Joe. <br /><br />BradBrad Gustafsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06206269302328861768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-186249859872403382014-07-06T14:58:56.089-05:002014-07-06T14:58:56.089-05:00Joe,
Great post; I salute you for sharing your ob...Joe,<br /><br />Great post; I salute you for sharing your obvious wisdom on this topic. You make the important point that we must tightly align the terms "Leader" and "Learner." I do not think we can lead if we are not learning and whenever we learn we subsequently have opportunities to lead if we choose to take them. In your opening paragraph you suggest that to this day you still do not know what is meant by "leadership ability." You certainly touched on at least much of what it means in this post--including even in the very next sentence---a huge part of leadership is providing consistent energy and enthusiasm necessary to get the job done. Thanks again for sharing,<br /><br />JeffAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6363196304890030191.post-6906233530976907472014-07-06T10:26:56.618-05:002014-07-06T10:26:56.618-05:00Joe - I know exactly how you feel my friend. Leadi...Joe - I know exactly how you feel my friend. Leading a school, district, or organization can be a mind-boggling task some days, but it comes with fulfillment when our opportunities to positively impact others is validated. The fact is we too must take time to model what it means to continually challenge ourselves to be better, reflect on our practices and our behaviors, and then do our best to make the necessary changes. We are not perfect by any stretch of the imagination, but I also think sometimes we have to give ourselves a break. We can be our own worst critic. The pressure that comes with leadership requires a balance, which is why sometimes we need to take time to pause and reflect and enjoy the fruits of our labor. Too many times we don't take the necessary time to enjoy these moments because we are already on to the next thing. By doing so, we sometimes add stress to our students, staff and even our own families. What I admire about you Joe is that you are driven to succeed, but not for yourself, but for others because you know the benefits that will come their way when they strive for excellence. Keep sharpening the saw my friend, but make sure you take time for your own three and to enjoy the moments. - jimmyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com