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As instructional leaders, we recognize that effective Tier 1 instruction lays the foundation for student achievement. When executed effectively, it reduces the need for intervention and creates equitable learning opportunities for all students. Yet, despite our best intentions, many districts struggle to implement and sustain high-quality core instruction across all schools.
Several years ago, as a new assistant principal, I walked through the halls of my struggling urban high school with a fellow assistant principal. He confided, “We’ve tried everything, but our gaps keep widening.”
As a new Principal, I implemented several initiatives in my first year. While a few were successful, the majority did not achieve the desired outcome. Why? Because, as the leader, I made several common mistakes.
Today, I want to share what I call “The 7 C’s for Success” – principles that have guided me throughout my journey and will serve as powerful navigation tools as you chart your course forward.
As we conclude our exploration of post-high school pathways, one truth stands clear: success after graduation isn’t determined by which path students choose, but by how well we prepare them for the journey ahead. Whether entering the workforce, enlisting in the military, or pursuing higher education, our graduates face both unique challenges and shared requirements that demand our collective attention and support.
Albert Einstein once said, “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.” This profound insight captures the essence of what we must provide our students, regardless of whether they choose to enter the workforce, enlist in the military, or pursue higher education after high school.
Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” As we prepare our students for the college journey, these words remind us that higher education is not just about individual achievement; it’s about creating positive change through knowledge and growth.
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