Todd Simendinger“Empathy Without Action: A Culture Killer”If the pandemic did nothing else it highlighted leadership strengths and weaknesses across all industries. One of the most critical…Apr 28, 2022Apr 28, 2022
Todd SimendingerTip of the Day: Dealing with Emotional Dumpster Fires at WorkIt’s lunchtime and all you want is a little peace and quiet while you eat in the breakroom. In comes a colleague who with hesitation…Apr 14, 2022Apr 14, 2022
Todd SimendingerThe Great Divide: The Growing Rift Between Teachers and ParentsAs a kid growing up in Ohio, I vividly recall the handful of times I got in trouble at school. I remember in the 3rd grade nervously…Apr 11, 2022Apr 11, 2022
Todd SimendingerDear Parents: Four Things Your Child’s Teacher Wants You to Know!As a former teacher and principal, I want to shine a light on a few issues that have caused increased frustration for educators in recent…Apr 6, 2022Apr 6, 2022
Todd Simendinger5 Tips for New School AdministratorsTransitioning into your first job as a school administrator is exciting, nerve wracking, and terrifying all wrapped into one. The odds are…Apr 5, 2022Apr 5, 2022
Todd Simendinger“ Teacher Retention: Jean’s Days Ain’t Cutting It”In recent weeks there’s been increasing media coverage focusing on teacher retention issues around the country. What’s been especially…Mar 29, 2022Mar 29, 2022
Todd Simendinger“Giving Teacher Feedback: This One’s Gonna Hurt”A core memory that’ll be etched in my mind forever took place stemmed from one of the first evaluations I ever had to deliver as a…Mar 29, 2022Mar 29, 2022
Todd Simendinger“Your Work Matters as a School Leader. Trust Me”When I announced my resignation as principal a few months ago, I was completely unprepared for how emotional the journey would be until my…Mar 29, 2022Mar 29, 2022
Todd Simendinger“Vulnerability in Educational Leadership”One universal trait of nearly all school administrators is the ability to handle the most challenging of situations with a minimal…Mar 29, 2022Mar 29, 2022
