Category Archives: Early Childhood Leadership

Building a Team

All this fall, I watched many flock of geese fly over my house in their familiar “V” formation. Consider what some believe about why geese fly the way they do. And then, consider what we can learn from them … Continue reading

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Beginnings: Plotting the Course …

“How do you know when you’ve arrived, if you don’t know where you’re going?” A good question, particularly for the one in charge – the manager, the leader of the organization. But, unfortunately, a question not often asked. Sadly, many … Continue reading

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Beginnings: A Shared Vision …

What is important to us in our work with young children, their families, and one another? And, have we really thought these things through? Because, ultimately, shouldn’t we see evidence – in the child care center, and in the classroom … Continue reading

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Beginnings: Professionalism …

Each year, required reading for my team of early childhood teachers and supervisors is an article by M. Parker Anderson entitled, “Professionalism: The Missing Ingredient for Excellence in the Workplace.” It is required because, after years of living on this … Continue reading

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Beginnings …

A new day! A new start! A new school year! As the Director of an Early Childhood program, I’ve always loved beginnings. They’ve given me the opportunity to start over again every single year. What a gift!  To start fresh – … Continue reading

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