Archive - Read by Example

May 2025

Bridging the Belief-Practice Divide in Literacy Instruction

Three steps to help teachers align their values with their instruction

May 31 •

10 Things I Learned About Trust as a Literacy Leader

Including a downloadable 10-point reference guide for paid subscribers

May 27 •

Four Conditions for Creating More Open and Trusting Cultures

Part 2 of a Two-Part Series

May 24 •

The Trust Paradox: Why Great Principals Are Present, Not Absent

Part 1 of a Two-Part Series

May 17 •

How to talk about reading instruction without rocking the boat (too much)

May 10 •

Should I become an administrator?

Some thoughts for potential leaders from a former principal

May 3 •

Be Hard on the Systems and Gentle with the People

How a Systems Approach to School Improvement Can Reduce Educator Burnout, Enhance Teacher Retention, and Lead to More Equitable Outcomes for All…

May 1 •

April 2025

Breaking the Urgency Cycle: How to Coach Leaders Back to Instructional Focus

Including four strategies you can start using Monday

Apr 26 •

The Monday Morning Memo #4: Be a Noticer, Not a Judger

Apr 21 •

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