PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Andrea M. Thomas Munson

Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Mrs. Munson's family moved to Upper Marlboro when she was a toddler. She was fortunate to grow up and go to school in Prince George's County Public Schools with some of the best teachers: Arrowhead Elementary, James Madison Junior High, and Frederick Douglass High School. Following in her mother's footsteps--a 32 year educator in PGCPS-- Mrs. Munson chose to pursue a career in education. She taught for over a decade in middle schools before transitioning to the role of instructional specialist in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction for another decade. However, Mrs. Munson never lost the interest of working directly with students; this led her to return to the school setting last year. When not engaged in her roles as Academic Dean and 8th Grade Administrator, Mrs. Munson enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, puttering in her gardens, and whipping up culinary masterpieces.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principals in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

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PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Shawnte Richeson

Ms. Shawnte Richeson is a product of Prince George’s County Public School System. She attended Potomac Landing Elementary School, Eugene Burroughs Middle School, and Friendly Senior High School.  After completing high school, Ms. Richeson obtained her Bachelors of Science Degree in Psychology from Morgan State University. In 1999, Ms. Richeson obtained her first teaching assignment at Isaac Gourdine Middle school as a Special Education Teacher. It was there that she developed her love for teaching and began her journey to become a lifelong learner. In 2008, Ms. Richeson earned a Masters of Education in Special Education from Bowie State University and then earned a Masters of Education in Educational Administration from the University of Scranton in 2013.

Ms. Richeson has worked for Prince George’s County Public Schools as a Special Education Teacher and a Special Education Chairperson. She is currently an Academic Dean at G. James Gholson Middle School.  Ms. Richeson believes that all children can learn and reach their maximal potential regardless of their race, ethnicity, or disability. She follows the motto “To whom much is given much is required.” It becomes our job as educators to motivate, support, and empower our youth to learn and succeed so they are college and career ready when graduating from high school.

Ms. Richeson is a devoted parent to her two lovely children; Le’Naya (13) and Washington (6). She has served as PTA President and a Girl Scout Troop Leader for several years. While serving as a Troop Leader she planned different activities and provided various ways to help others.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Dana Askew

Ms. Askew is a product of Prince George's County Public Schools (John Bayne, Surrattsville Jr. High, Central High School).  Ms. Askew is a career changer with 15 years in education.  Most of Ms. Askew's school career has been at District Heights as a new teacher, Math Specialist, Testing Coordinator, and ILT.  She loves her students and enjoys the challenges each new day brings.

Ms. Askew is a graduate of North Carolina Central University and The George Washington University.  She is completing her second Master's degree in Educational Leadership. In her off time, she enjoys cooking, working with her alumni association,  and spending time with family.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Andrew Brauer

Andrew is from the small town of Marcellus, MI located in the Southwest part of the state. He attended Eastern Michigan University where he earned a Bachelors in Science, majoring in Social Studies for Secondary Education and minored in History.

After graduation Andrew joined the United States Navy for four years where he completed three deployments, including one to Bagram, Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

Upon leaving the U.S. Navy, Andrew was hired as a middle school social studies teacher in PGCPS. He has taught at Kenmoore MS, Greenbelt MS, and Chesapeake Math and IT Academy - North.

Andrew completed his Masters in Educational Leadership from Central Michigan University in May 2016 and is now the Assistant Principal at Chesapeake Math and IT Academy - North. Andrew enjoys spending time camping, hiking, and traveling with his wife Kendal.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Andrew Zanghi

Andrew Zanghi is originally from Jamestown, New York, but grew up in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.  He earned his bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education – Social Studies from Millersville University and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Maryland.

Andrew started teaching in Prince George’s County in 2005 as a Social Studies teacher at Eleanor Roosevelt High School.  In addition to teaching at Eleanor Roosevelt, Andrew served as a Testing Coordinator, PDLT, Administrative Intern and Cross Country and Swim Coach.  He accepted an Assistant Principal position at Beltsville Academy in 2015. 

Over the years Andrew has served as a Seminar Leader for the New Teacher Project, developed lessons for the Howard Hues Medical Institute and helped to write curriculum for the Maryland Environmental Literacy Program. 

Andrew enjoys spending time with his wife, a teacher in PGCPS, and two young daughters. They travel and camp as much as time allows.  He is also an avid sports fan. 

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Sharone Anderson-Davis

Sharone Anderson-Davis is from South Orange, New Jersey.  She relocated to Prince George’s County with her husband and three sons eleven years ago.  She earned her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Morgan State University and her Master’s degree in Leadership and Education Administration from Seton Hall University. 

Sharone started her career in education as an elementary teacher.  Over the last decade she has taught in both elementary and middle schools.  She has also served as a Grade Level Chairperson, Testing Coordinator and an Instructional Lead Teacher.  These positions have allowed her the opportunity to mentor new teachers and coordinate effective professional development opportunities to boost overall student achievement.  She is currently the Assistant Principal at Kingsford Elementary.

Her vision for education is that every child is given the tools they need to reach their full potential by fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that ensures that all students have a fresh start everyday.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlgiht | Rhodora Alonzo

Rhodora Alonzo was born and raised in the Philippines and has been in the USA for almost ten years. This is her 5th year with Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS).

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University of Santo Tomas Philippines, Certificate of Special Education in a Master’s Program and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Western New Mexico University.

Throughout her career, she was a classroom teacher, IEP Facilitator, District Instructional Coach and K- 2 Curriculum Developer, Lead Teacher and RTI Coach (NM).

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Davonia Bryant

Davonia Bryant is originally from Pittsburgh, PA. She attended the University of Pittsburgh where she earned a Masters in Teaching and Towson University where she earned a degree in Administration.

This Davonia's 4th year as an assistant principal. She has worked at Bladensburg High School and Glen Burnie High School. She is currently an assistant principal at High Point High School

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Jessica Coley

Jessica Coley hails from Upper Marlboro, Maryland and is a proud product of the Prince George’s County Public School System. Upon graduating from Morgan State University (Baltimore, Maryland) with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Telecommunications, she ventured in the field of education. With a deep passion to improve the life prospects of young children, she became a Teach for America corps member. She holds a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from George Mason University (Fairfax, Virginia) and Certification in Education Administration and Supervision from McDaniel College (Westminster, Maryland). She has high hopes of earning a Doctorate in Education in the near future.

Jessica is noted as an outstanding and committed educator. Her teaching experiences rest in pre-kindergarten through third grade. Making a great effort to ignite outstanding academic achievement for all students, she has served as a valued asset in the district. Her leadership experiences have included, but are not limited to, serving as a grade level chairperson, reading and language arts curriculum writer, facilitator of professional development exercises, interviewer of prospective educators, and summer school monitor.

Coley joined the Potomac Landing Elementary School family in August 2016, as an assistant principal. She takes great pride in the responsibility of fulfilling administrative duties and building relationships with all stakeholders. She has continued work with Teach for America and currently serves as a content specialist for first year teachers. Given her zest for learning and achieving, she leads a bright future as an educational leader.

Jessica finds joy in spending quality time with family and close friends, attending church, traveling, and reading.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Zevlin L. Staten

Zevlin was born in the Dominican Republic, but moved to the United States at the age of 2.  He grew up in North Carolina where he attended elementary, middle, and high school.  He attended Winston Salem State University for undergraduate and graduate studies, obtaining a BS degree in Elementary Education and a Master's in Statistics and Research. 

Later, Zevlin went on to George Mason University in Fairfax, VA where he received a 2nd Master's in School Administration, earning his Admin I and II and then went on to complete a Doctorate in School Administration and Policy.

Zevlin has been in education for 20 years, serving as a 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teacher, Spanish Immersion teacher, Reading Coach, Assistant Principal all in NC and VA. He has been in Prinve George"s County Public Svhools (PGCPS) for 4 years and is now serving as one of the Assistant Principals of Thomas Johnson Middle School in Lanham, MD.

Zevlin's true desire is to make a difference in the lives of those he encounters daily.  His motto is:  "Let my Life be a Light!"  

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Lashawn Terrell

Lashawn Terrell was born and raised in Pontiac, MI. He attended Rust College in Holly Spring, MS. After graduating, he worked as a teacher in Memphis,Tennessee for five years, and then moved to Washington, DC.

While teaching at Rudolph Elementary School, in Northwest DC, he attained a Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA). He has been employed in Prince Georges County for the past fifteen years and  has held various  positions, including Classroom Teacher, Professional Development Lead Teacher, Testing Coordinator, and Instructional Lead Teacher.

His hobbies include restoring old cars, playing golf, and spending time with his lovely wife and four year old daughter, Laila. He also has a 22 year old daughter (Parysse) who lives in Pontiac, MI.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS In The Spotlight | Ryan Daniel

Ryan Daniel has worked in Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) for 10 years. As a product of PGCPS, Mrs. Daniel displays a sincere dedication to serving as an innovative educational leader. Her mission is to educate and inspire youth and build the capacity of teachers.

Ryan currently serves as an Assistant Principal at Calverton Elementary School. Mrs. Daniel graduated from Crossland High School and went on to attend St. John’s University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. Shortly after graduation Mrs. Daniel was hired by PGCPS as a classroom teacher at Forest Heights Elementary School. Mrs Daniel has served in many teacher leader positions within PGCPS ranging from Instructional Technology Coordinator, Math Resource Teacher, School Testing Coordinator, and with the Office of Talent Development as a Mentor Teacher.

While learning the ropes of being an educator, Mrs. Daniel simultaneously completed coursework to earn her Master’s Degree from Trinity University in Educational Administration. She is currently writing her dissertation and conducting research on the Motivational Factors that Impact Novice Teacher Retention to receive her doctorate degree at Bowie State University. The accolades and degrees of higher learning have only been stepping stones for the ultimate platform that Mrs. Daniel seeks to execute.

In her spare time Ryan enjoys spending time with her husband, Brian and daughters, Kennedi and Kayla.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Daniel Sass

Daniel Sass is the assistant principal at The International High School at Langley Park (IHSLP). IHSLP opened in 2015 with 99 ninth-graders, most of whom are recently arrived immigrants or refugees and all of whom receive ESOL services.

Daniel is originally from Connecticut, and he is an alumnus of the University of Michigan, where he studied English and Communication Studies. He entered education as a Teach For America corps member in Baltimore City, where he taught English I, AP English Language, and Journalism for six years. He earned his Master's from the Johns Hopkins University School of Education in 2011 and later joined the JHU SOE staff as an adjunct instructor specializing in culturally responsive secondary English education. In 2015, Daniel earned his Administration I and School Leadership and Professional Development certification from Towson University.

When he is not working on all things IHSLP, Daniel enjoys coaching (and playing and watching) soccer, running, and playing pub trivia. He is an avid traveler and explorer, and he is passionate about international education, policy, and development.

He has taught or volunteered in schools and worked with school districts in Central America, the Middle East, Europe, and Central Asia. He lives in Washington, DC, with his fiancée, Nina.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:
http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In the Spotlight | Albert T. Lewis

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Albert  T. Lewis

Albert T. Lewis has passionately served Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) for the past 11 years. Mr. Lewis has an undergraduate degree from Morgan State University in Communications and a Master's Degree from Walden University in Education Leadership and Administration.

His professional experience includes teaching English and Language Arts at Drew Freeman Middle School, Walker Mill Middle School and Charles Herbert Flowers High School. In 2013, Mr. Lewis received PGCPS' "Teacher of the Year" and Steve Harvey's "Best School Teacher" awards. He has conducted professional development at the school, county, and state level. Mr. Lewis is active in the community, serving as a founding member of the Male Educator Network of Prince George's County Public Schools (MENofPGCPS), The Fatherhood Forum, and the PGCPS Teacher of the Year Roundtable.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:

http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP Spotlight | Betsy White

Betsy White was born and partly raised in Puerto Rico, but relocated to Maryland at the age of twelve. She was introduced to Prince George’s County Public Schools via the Resident Teacher program in 2003 and has since been an elementary, middle, and high school teacher. Currently Mrs. White serves as a 2nd year Assistant Principal at Bowie High School, where she has been for the past 8 years. Mrs. White loves her Bowie community and is actively involved with the P.T.S.O. to ensure the scholars are continuously exposed to community and career-readiness opportunities. Her passions are relationship building and developing kind and productive members of society. She truly believes high school students are still in great need of adult guidance and takes every opportunity to impart those life skills (compassion, kindness, tolerance, and global-citizenship) that the scholars will need as they enter adulthood. In her spare time, Mrs. White enjoys going to church and spending time with her husband, son and daughter. She LOVES to travel and watch movies.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program  (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principals in Prince George's County Public Schools  (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about PGCPS  School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:

http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In The Spotlight | Chanita Stamper

Chanita Stamper is a native of Buffalo, New York.  She earned a master's degree from Buffalo State College in elementary education and reading instruction. She spent the first 7 years of her career teaching elementary students and mentoring teacher interns.  

In 2005 she relocated to Prince George's County, Maryland, with her husband and son.  She served as a team leader, department chair, 'Job Alike Mentor', and program and math coordinator for many years.  

In 2010 she became Nationally Board Certified, and in 2011 she accepted a position as a Math Instructional Lead Teacher, which both allowed her to be a reflective  practitioner, lead by example and increase student achievement.

  She enjoys traveling, writing and researching.  She completed her certification in administration in 2016 and strives to be a positive, effective and goal oriented leader.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principal in Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about the PGCPS School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:

http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm



PGCPS APIP In the Spotlight | Ronald A. Miller, Jr.

Mr. Miller is a product of Prince George's County Public Schools (Middleton Valley ES, Allenwood ES, Thurgood Marshall MS, Oxon Hill HS) and holds a Bachelor's degree from Howard University in English and Secondary Education, a Masters degree in Educational Administration from Trinity University and is currently completing his dissertation for an Educational Doctorate at Howard University.  

He is a second-year assistant principal at Charles Herbert Flowers HS.

PGCPS APIP In the Spotlight | Jamilah Byrom

Jamilah Byrom was born and raised in Washington, DC but relocated to Prince George's County during her high school years and graduated from Surrattsville HS.

Jamilah is an alumna of Bowie State University, with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management. She was a career changer and is a former PGCPS Resident Teacher who later obtained a Master's degree in Education Administration and is now pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Services with a concentration in family studies and intervention strategies.  Jamilah is a first-year assistant principal at Carrollton Elementary.

Ms. Byrom has a passion for educating and helping people of all ages; ensuring they have the resources needed to meet their needs. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking (does it VERY well!) and spending time with her husband and three children. She is also a talented singer who shares this gift within her church and at local karaoke venues.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program  (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principals in Prince George's County Public Schools  (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about PGCPS  School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:

http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

PGCPS APIP In the Spotlight | LaTanya S. Sothern

LaTanya S. Sothern has been working as an educator in the Prince George’s Public Schools (PGCPS) System for nearly 20 years. A native Washingtonian, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Communication and Economics from The American University, a Master of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Early Childhood Education from Howard University in Washington, DC, and certification in Education Administration and Supervision from Bowie State University. Ms. Sothern holds a Maryland Advanced Professional Certification in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, and Administration (II) and achieved National Board Certification (Early Childhood Generalist) in 2010. 

She is the founder of the special-needs ministry at her church and is the C.E.O. and Owner of Sothern Education Solutions, LLC – offering educational consulting and student advocacy services. Throughout her career, Mrs. Sothern has been a classroom teacher, Reading Teacher, Instructional Lead Teacher, and is now an Assistant Principal at Lake Arbor Elementary, where she has worked for ten years.  

She also authored a book, "The Birth of An Advocate: How My Son Helped Me Find My Voice," where she shares her experiences during the first year of the life of her oldest son as she and her husband were unexpectedly thrust into the role of parenting a son with complex and severe special needs. Her oldest has also been diagnosed on the Autism spectrum in addition to the congenital orthopedic and muscular difficulties. She and her husband Greg are married with their two sons Thomas and Quinton. They are proud residents of Prince George’s County, Maryland.

The Assistant Principal Induction Program  (APIP) is a required program for first and second year Assistant Principals in Prince George's County Public Schools  (PGCPS), Maryland.

Learn more about PGCPS  School Leadership Programs in the Office of Talent Development:

http://www.pgcpsleadershipdevelopment.org/index.htm

Advice to PGCPS 2nd Year Assistant Principals By: PGCPS APIP Cohort 1

Name	School	Advice
Natiqua Riley	CMIT Academy	Time Management is key.  Schedule your instructional walk-throughs in your daily agenda.  Schedule yourself a lunch time.  Schedule 2 days a week where you do not take work home.  Learn to smile through the pain and the yelling.  Don't take it personal and read everything.
Lawrence Pugh	Gaywood	Organize your time and documentation is the key
Michael Kenny	Edward M. Felegy ES	Be flexible.  In the first year it takes time to get down a routine and mastery of your responsibilities.  Every year has it’s own challenges and roles and responsibilities often shift.  Stay focused on the needs of the instructional program and your students and don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Jill Speigle	Beltsville Academy	Pace yourself. Don’t be hesitant to ask questions. Be organized, flexible and visible. It’s important to be at the collaborative meetings and stay up on your informals.
Marla West	Thomas Johnson	Document with artifacts; Organization and collaboration with essential persons in your school community is key; Maintain the instructional focus and school vision; Become technology savvy
Telene Shipley	Northview ES	Document everything. Use a notebook for communication with parents, informals, and meetings with teachers. Use a calendar to schedule everything. Be flexible! Be prepared to have your day shift. Time management! Take time for yourself!
Gerald D. Smith, Jr.	Benjamin Stoddert MS	Be sure to become familiar with the eight leadership standards and how to leverage your skills with each one. Understand the importance of documenting specific details about every encounter you experience whether administrative or technical. Focus on being a coach and increase your knowledge of instructional strategies.
Dara Hurley	Port Towns ES	Continue to prioritize your day.  Plan your instructional visits so that you make sure you can visit your classrooms.  Stay organized and ask questions. Take notes documenting communication with others and what your responsibilities are.
Nicholas A. Ohlson	Samuel Chase ES	Time management. Prioritize each day.  Always accept an opportunity for growth.
Miguel A. Chacon	High Point H. S.	Before week starts (Sunday evening), review your agenda for the week, and month, to make sure your most important appointments are kept. Make a to-do list, day by day. Do not forget to include your conferences (parents, admin, expulsion hearings, etc). In terms of FfT, know the components, elements, and rubrics very well. It will alleviate the struggle with t-s who want to dispute their low scores. Also, make sure all non-tenured teachers get observed each quarter; first observations of non-tenured teachers should be done in September.
Maryam Thomas	Charles Carroll MS	Protect your time; the key to doing this is to set up structures and systems that are not solely dependent on you
Freda Ingram	Catherine T. Reed ES	Develop an organizational system for yourself. Develop a positive support system of colleagues that you can call on and turn to as the year progresses. Believe me...you will need them! Don’t wait to complete assignments. Set aside a specific day of the week and time that you will update your e-portfolio and complete article reviews. Share your experiences with colleagues - it’s amazing how we all go through the same things. Grow and Learn.
Kevin Thompson	Friendly High School	Always try and be sure to develop a daily agenda and prioritize tasks and to develop a routine in order to get tasks accomplished.
Robert Stradford	Gwynn Park MS	My advice is to always find a way to find a balance between your professional life and home life. This means that you have to find ways to become more efficient with the responsibilities of the job. Blocking out chunks of time for during your work day to complete the administrative tasks (i.e., paperwork, phone calls and observations) so that you limit the things that have to come home with you; use the technological resources as a tool (not a replacement); and make developing professional relationships a priority. Another bit of advice is to find your own leadership voice, develop it, and own it!
Adelaide Blake	Seat Pleasant ES	Stay on top of your assignments (work and APIP); avoid procrastination as it will create stress that can be avoided. Ensure that you and your principal have scheduled time to meet that you maintain despite all problems that may occur.
RaeShauna Mboma	Imagine Lincoln PCS	My advice to any new or aspiring leader is to stay committed to the work of supporting your students.  Keep the “main thing, the main thing!” Everything you do must be supported by the idea of strengthen the learning environment, developing relationships, and strengthening the capacity of the teachers you lead.  Listed below are a few helpful tips that I constantly needed to revisit as I worked to be successful: Work in advance! Create a schedule (i.e. things to do lists, agenda, etc.) that you can follow that prioritizes the needs of your building and your day. Create balance for yourself. Be committed to the work/life balance that is needed to be successful. Create weekly meetings with your principal where you can reflect on major accomplishments, and challenges for the week. Develop relationships with your staff/students/parents! Communicate, communicate, communicate… However, don’t forget that listening is key! Stay committed to learning and growing, always make time to build your professional  “toolbox.” Be visible and stay connected. Start a FFT calendar early (timeline of execution)--don’t get caught up with your observations. Use your calendar, schedule everything! Get a journal. Write everything down-document, document. OR create an electronic file to do the same thing.
Dr. Sandra Bunns	Avalon ES	Schedule weekly meetings with your Principal to ensure that communication is open and timely and to plan for the week. Stay true to yourself and always let integrity guide you. Find a proper balance between professional and personal life.
Ursula A Golladay	Edward M Felegy ES	Setting up processes and protocols for the various plans you put in place whether for students or teachers is helpful.  You can always fall back and ask the question “what is process we’ve put in place? “ Schedule a weekly meeting with you principal and stick to it with fidelity.  Get and keep he/she in the loop with what is being asked of you so that he/she can support you in your experience. Take the time to develop a relationship with not only your principal but your leadership team.  They will see that you value them.
Tiffany Johnson	Francis T. Evans ES	My advice to you would be to develop a working relationship with your principal/ Lead teacher in your building. If situations are not easy for you, set up a time to discuss them with your principal. I have found there were things my principal didn’t know she was doing to offend me due to her relationship with her former Assistant Principal. Create your own path, and let your administration see you are capable and knowledgeable of managing certain things. Create protocols for your students, parents, teachers and other stakeholders in order for them to know how you operate. Learn your strengths from strengths finders and create your plan with your principal. Your strengths might not be the same , however they might compliments one another.
Stephanie Barber	Greenbelt ES	*Develop strong/positive relationships with your other administrators and instructional leadership team.  You will need to work together and depend on each other.  You can’t do it alone. *Develop a plan for the year- What is your school’s focus?  How will your work support that goal?  Then make sure those focus areas are a part of your daily/weekly work.   Always go back to it.   *Use your calendar- Keep track of your work using some sort of calendar or organizational system.  When you come to work you should already have a plan for the day, while that needs to be flexible.   *Reflect daily.  What went well today and what do you need to do better? With each new day, you can always be a better version of yourself.
Kenneth Barrie	Kettering Middle School	Have powerful and positive interactions with your staff that will motivate and mobilize them. Build meaningful relationships with students, teachers, and parents. Engage faculty and staff in the decision making process to get buy-in for school wide initiatives.
Carrie Curry	Laurel High School	You NEED A TEAM. You cannot do this work alone. It is helpful to have resources both within your building and outside of your building. Have a plan and maintain one calendar.  I used to have a work calendar and a personal calendar.  Both became so full, I had to combine them to make sure I didn’t miss any important events.  Be reasonable with yourself.  You will never complete everything, it will still be there tomorrow. Have a system to prioritize.  As much as possible (it isn’t always possible), focus on one thing at a time.  No one is as good at multi-tasking as they think that they are.
Erin Cribbs	Mt. Rainier Elementary School	Document everything on your calendar. Technology is Awesome, but I still wrote detailed notes in  a Journal (Spiral Notebook) and left it on my desk. Everytime I met with a student, parent or teacher I documented a summary of our conversations. It was helpful when those conversations had to later be turned into statements for documentation. Remember to appreciate the little things. Students will make you pictures, or flowers display them in your office. I hang it right next to work from my son. The love showing off to others.
Ahmed Evans	Drew-Freeman Middle School	Be flexible at all times. No two days are the same, be prepared for courageous conversations with all staff.  Always document everything from conversations with teachers and with parents. Become very knowledgeable on the FFT and SLO processes to be able to assist teachers. Visit classrooms as much as possible outside of formal observations to monitor instruction and improve teacher practice.
Richard Belton	William Hall Academy	Create a daily to-do list/agenda to ensure that you are effectively managing your time as an Assistant Principal.  Be sure to be consistent when holding teachers and staff members accountable for the systems and structures that are put in place at the beginning of the school year.  Make it a priority to take care of yourself physically and mentally, being an Assistant Principal can become cumbersome and overwhelming at times.
Erica K. Bennett	Samuel P. Massie Academy	Throw out the to do list. Make a list of things that need to be done daily then “schedule” times to do them just as you schedule your meetings and other negotiables. This helps to be realistic about what can actually get done during the day.
Daria N. Valentine	Largo HS	Pace yourself.  Collaborate with your Admin Team.
Sandra Bobo	Surrattsville HS	Communicate effectively, organize yourself, and listen attentively.