Throughout my years growing up, I have had numerous teachers and coaches, all of whom were excellent leaders and mentors in their own ways. However, out of all these people, the most effective leader I have come in contact with is Mrs. Lori Pierce. Most recently, she coached me in speech, but she also was my drama director and 6th grade teacher. Obviously, Mrs. Pierce has the resume of a remarkable leader because she not only fills multiple roles at Verdigre Public School, but also she serves on the Alpine Village Retirement Home Board of Directors and volunteers at the United Methodist Church and various community events. Her vast involvement, though, is not what makes her the most effective, impressive leader; indeed, it is the practicality, …show more content…
Pierce became the director of the department. In my past three years, our productions had consistently landed in the bottom two at competitions – the previous director showed no enthusiasm or commitment, and as a result, neither did the cast. Luckily, the department completely transformed under Mrs. Pierce’s leadership. The play was cast within the first two weeks of school, rehearsals started, and actually, we had twice the number of students involved as the year before. From the start, the expectations of involvement were made clear, and consequently, all those participating were committed and enthusiastic. Moreover, for the first time in years, the department received ample support from the administration and community due to Mrs. Pierce’s persistence and positive promotion. At our final competition, our production scored in the top half, and the cast received a record number of outstanding actor awards for our school. With versatile communication skills and a contagious sense of humor, Mrs. Pierce is the most effective leader I know personally. I am always impressed how she can navigate uncomfortable, tense social situations with students and co-workers alike with so much ease. By treating other with respect and demanding nothing less in return, she earns admiration and loyalty and compels others to achieve their absolute
Austin being a leader instead of a manager is how she leads and inspires not only her students, but other faculty members as well (Wren, 1995, p. 8-10). There was a time when I attended the Virginia High School League States Debate Competition with my debate coach, another Midlothian High School English teacher (Cheatham, personal communication, April 20, 2014). During one of the round breaks, my coach and I happened to get on the topic of English teacher (Cheatham, personal communication, April 20, 2014). It was then that my coach raved about Mrs. Austin and the personal impact she has had on his own teaching methods and ways to motivate students that are dragged down by SOL tests and public school standards (Cheatham, personal communication, April 20, 2014). In this experience, Mrs. Austin solidified her leadership capabilities of motivating and inspiring anyone around her to work harder and be better at anything one does. Overall, Mrs. Austin knows how to properly handle coping with change. She knows how to be a leader, not a manager (Wren, 1995, p.
As a teacher-leader, I have been assigned a number of wide-ranging and important informal roles in my career thus far that have enabled me to support and contribute towards the success of not only my students, but also my department and my school as a whole. By assuming these diverse leadership roles, I have been able to develop professionally, improve student attainment, positively influence the teaching and learning practice of my peers and contribute towards the culture and ethos of the schools I have worked in.
“Leaders don 't create followers, they create more leaders,” Tom Peter famously proclaimed. As the principal of Crestview Elementary, I have always taken this quote to heart by continuous striving to empower my faculty and staff. Most recently, I have decided to train my assistant principal, Kathy Robinson, who was appointed to her position this summer after ten years as a classroom teacher. I quickly recognized that she possessed many of the qualities that make great leaders. Kathy is an excellent communicator, a great problem solver, innovative, very personable, and cares about the students and staff (Sheninger, 2011). Therefore, I have decided to mentor her and hone her skills so that she will be prepared for a transition to the role of principal.
I got the chance to interview a wonderful person, Ms. Breyonia Sterling. Breyonia resides here in Savannah, Ga and she is 18 years old. Her birthday is April 8th, which qualifies her to be an Aries. Breyonia Sterling is a wonderful person because she has an admirable personality, she is very success- driven, and has some unique favorites. I also learned while interviewing her that we have a lot in common.
For example, a pediatric neurosurgeon named Alexa Canady demonstrates the qualities that a leader must embrace. She became the first African American female neurosurgeon, but when she was young, she often faced rejection and discouragement from those around her (Canady 1). In fact, when she was in second grade, Alexa scored extremely high on one of her standardized tests; her teacher thought it was wrong because of her “race and gender” and exchanged her score with another student’s (Women 1). Despite these difficulties, Alexa never gave up. After her rough years as a child, Alexa graduated high school with honors, but was unsure which career path she would like to pursue. She studied mathematics along with zoo-ology in college before settling on neurosurgery (RosalindFranklinU). After winning many awards during her career, Alexa earned a spot in the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame (Canady 3). But this alone doesn’t define her as a leader. Selflessly, despite her heavy workload, Alexa also found free time “to take a high school student around for the day.” Alexa says, “I do it because it’s important… if you want to be something, you have to perceive something is possible” (Canady 4). By mentoring these kids, Alexa set a great example to follow your dreams no matter what other people say.
This is a letter in support of Sally Robertson, a very talented teacher with whom I have had the pleasure of working as her student and her colleague over the course of many years at Georgia Perimeter College.
When we are very young, we like to dream about what we will be when we grow up. As we get a little older, we start to choose certain people who we want to be like. We call these people our heroes or “role models.” Miss Ruthanna Kuhns is someone who has long been someone I look up to as a role model. I first met her when I was in jr. high. She was the first grade teacher in my school. You could often hear her teaching her students or leading them in singing.
Authentic leadership is reflected in the actions and aspirations of Dorothy McFerrin. She applies her practices and behaviors to inspire and enable others to pursue endeavors for better educational communities in Texas. She has a long list of credible leadership experiences including PTO President in the Humble ISD and Chair of the Texas A&M University College of Education and Human Development. Regardless of being an organizer, chairman, entrepreneur or philanthropist, McFerrin challenges the process by searching for opportunities and innovative ways to improve communities. She builds trust and fosters collaboration while strengthening others. By creating an atmosphere of mutual respect and consideration, people are brought together to develop
With the abundance of new freshman attending Alfred State, It can be quite overwhelming establishing relationships with new people that have very distinct characteristics. Domonique is a perfect example of someone with those distinct characteristics. She defines herself as a “natural born leader”, yet is one really “born” with the perspective, dedication, and motivation to be a leader, or rather anything for that matter? I believe one can, however just like Domonique, it’s the assistance from our mothers, fathers, and other loved ones that help push those traits forward. Domonique’s mother is the type of person that has been through a lot, but didn’t let those issues stop her from getting to where she is now, she doesn’t quit. That is one of
Leaders have always been an essential part to any team. People learn from different leaders that develop and change their leadership skills and style. There are leaders in our schools, church, and workplaces. When we think of leadership, we tend to think of the workplace most. Norma Rae and Peggy Sinclair are both leaders who face different types of adversity. They each receive help from other leaders that shape their leadership skills in different ways. Peggy and Norma each must adapt their skills to meet the needs of their teams, and each do it in a way that is positively effective.
The reason behind this presentation was to freely practice the specific employments that individuals, consolidated into the affected business, for the production of this play. Recalling this, our get-together anticipated that would join every last piece of the play itself recollecting the last goal to comprehend the idea and depict contrasting employments foreseen that would unite the whole period. With our doled out occupations, everybody had the breaking point acquire some highly required instruction of what it would truly be similar to working in the business. Being an open workmanship, the theater joins the work of a wide mix of individuals which incorporates human participation. The obligations of the included work power in
Mr. Bass, an astounding principal from 1976 until 1989, had many grand characteristics that displayed his personal qualities. One of the most profound characteristics Mr. Bass exemplified was his leadership roles and skills. As for myself, I have been involved in many leadership positions such as: an FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) leader, representative on the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, along with a representative on the Principal’s Student Advisory Council. Everyday I strive to be an inspiring and motivating leader, just like Mr. Bass. Mr. Bass was not only a leader in his school position, but also a leader and role model in his household.
At Andover, I hide my love of acting because the atmosphere of the school pressures me to make a decision between sports and theater. Standing at the edge of the curtain, I glance up at my friend Robby, hiding across from me on the other side of the stage. We nod at each other as the lights begin to dim and the opening music plays. The spotlights shine down on us, and suddenly Robby and I transform into father and son, the stage becoming our backyard. Since my middle school required everyone in the eight-grade to have a role in the school play, Robby and I starred in this production with two of the largest parts. As this massive play concluded my eighth grade year, I could not imagine what opportunities Andover held for my acting career. Everything
Leadership is a skill that one is not born with, but is acquired through life experiences and interactions. Michelle Obama perseverance to attain a higher education, a concept foreign in her family, shows the dedication and determination a leader must have. As a leader, it is imperative that once you establish a mission or purpose, that you, as well as your team members, worked to accomplish that goal. Because of her perseverance, Michelle can be best identified as a pace setter, innovative and charismatic leader because through the various projects she undertook as her role of First Lady, she influences people through personality, inspires passion and the need to be active in one’s own community. For example, this can be seen in her role as Executive Director for the Chicago office of Public Allies where she mobilized youths and community to get active and set fundraising records for the organization that still stood 12 years after she left. Michelle influences people through her own success. Having attended Harvard Law, becoming a top attorney and later the first African American First Lady, she has influenced youths across the nation to believe that anything is possible, so long as they have faith. In accordance to the Leadership Theories, Michelle Obama can be categorized under the Authentic Leadership Approach; for these leaders, their leadership is genuine, develops over time, transparent and driven by moral values (Komives, Lucas&, McMahon). Projects such as Let’s
Those who learn to be instructional leaders acquire many characteristics that are beneficial to their schools and communities. The writer concurs that Instructional leaders exhibit a clear sense of direction for their schools and prioritize and focus attention on the things that really