Assistant Principal Support Network
Just in Time Sessions for Assistant Principals

9/12 – Handling Student Behavior with Confidence

Agenda:
  • The Assistant Principal as Culture Keeper
  • Behavior Response Systems That Work
  • Restorative vs. Punitive: Making the Right Call
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Repeat Offenses, Student Pushback, Parent Complaints

Takeaway: Behavior Response Flowchart + Restorative Practices Guide

Format: Virtual Session

10/8 – Instructional Support Without Overstepping

Agenda:
  • What Instructional Support Looks Like for APs
  • Providing Feedback Without Evaluation
  • Collaborating with Coaches and Department Leads
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Teacher Pushback, Overstepping Bounds, Lack of Clarity

Takeaway: Instructional Support Strategies + Feedback Conversation Starters

Format: Virtual Session

11/12 – Time & Task Management for APs

Agenda:
  • Understanding Your “AP Time Reality”
  • Scheduling Systems That Save You
  • Managing Interruptions and Staying Present
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Firefighting All Day, Unfinished Tasks

Takeaway: Time Blocking Template + Urgent vs. Important Matrix

Format: Virtual Session

12/10 – Navigating Conflict & Difficult Conversations

Agenda:
  • Framework for Productive Conversations
  • Role Plays: Student, Teacher, and Parent Scenarios
  • Setting Boundaries and Holding Accountability
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Emotional Outbursts, Passive-Aggressive Behaviors

Takeaway: Difficult Conversation Script + Accountability Tools

Format: Virtual Session

1/7 – Supporting Student Support Teams (MTSS, IEP, 504)

Agenda:
  • Understanding the AP’s Role in MTSS & Special Education
  • Red Flags, Documentation, and Interventions
  • Leading vs. Participating in Student Support Meetings
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Legal Fears, Complex Cases, Lost Documentation

Takeaway: Support Meeting Checklist + Documentation Tracker

Format: Virtual Session

2/11 – Communication Strategies That Build Credibility

Agenda:
  • The AP as Chief Communicator
  • Email, Social Media & Staff Communication Hacks
  • Tone, Timing & Transparency Tips
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Miscommunication, Unclear Messaging, Being Misunderstood

Takeaway: Comms Toolkit + AP Messaging Templates

Format: Virtual Session

3/18 – Leading Logistics: Testing, Supervision, and Schedules

Agenda:
  • Managing the Details That Matter
  • Testing, Duty Schedules, Supervision Plans
  • Delegation and Checklists That Keep You Sane
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Overwhelm, Last-Minute Changes, Staff Complaints

Takeaway: Logistics Checklist + Supervision Planner

Format: In-Person Session 

4/15 – Building Relationships that Matter

Agenda:
  • Why Visibility = Trust
  • Connecting with Students, Staff, and Families
  • The Art of the 1:1 Check-In
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Feeling Isolated, Disconnect from Students, Low Morale

Takeaway: Relationship Builder Guide + Visibility Tracker

Format: Virtual Session

5/13 – Preparing for the Principalship

Agenda:
  • What Principals Wish They Knew as APs
  • Readiness vs. Opportunity: How to Prepare
  • Building Your Leadership Portfolio
  • “What’s Keeping You Up at Night?”: Next Career Step, Feeling Stuck, Imposter Syndrome

Takeaway: Principal Prep Checklist + Career Planning Toolkit

Format: Virtual Session