Sometimes doing the right thing remains invisible and unnoticed.  Sometimes that lack of recognition lasts career long. So, we take this moment to honor the overwhelming number of educational leaders who lead with integrity even under a myriad of circumstances and enticements that can make it the tougher choice.  Our business is children, precious, innocent, and impressionable. Daily, we strive to keep them safe and engaged in rich learning experiences. No matter the program, method, or course of study, the adults, all of them, are held to the highest standard; we are publically expected to act with integrity and fairness. Without them, little else we do will make the difference our field needs. So, as schools work toward continuous improvement, creating richer 21st century learning environments, those environments call for risk taking and partnerships. In both efforts, trust lays the foundation. Read more...