Transformative Principal

The second half of my interview with Dr. Briscoe, the new superintendent of Canyons District.

• The strengths of Canyons school district.
• The importance of the involvement of families.
• We should try to do what we are doing even better. Teacher and principal input needs to be truly valued.
• Making sure everyone in the organization feels valued.
• Honoring the past before you build for the future.
• Principal qualities Dr. Briscoe is looking for: having a vision compared to implementing a vision. Humility. Accessible and visible. Patience. Admit mistakes. Regardless of the other person’s opinion, you need to respect the person and take their opinion or concern seriously.
• Focus on the vision and goal of your school, just take the time to meet with people and explain your rationale.
• Most of the time, if you explain what you’re thinking, the people who disagree are OK with your decision, even if they don’t agree with it.
• Don’t ask people for their input if you have already made your decision.
• How to deal with taking the hits: exercise, without your health, you can’t do anything.
• The importance of being recognizable. Walk up and introduce yourself to people out and about, and ask them if they have school-age kids.
• A school leader is a leader in the community. You must get out and meet with local clubs and groups.
• The benefit of being from a small district and being involved in every department in the district.
• How to be a transformative principal: Take a risk!
• What is in his office to keep him motivated? A poster that says, “If you don’t climb the mountain, you can’t enjoy the view.”

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