Lead…Learn…Lift

This week my teachers returned and we went on a field trip to view the community we serve and went into the complex where many our students reside. While at the community center, I was talking to a few boys... Continue Reading →

Today a first grade student was being escorted to my office for disrespecting his teacher. Before entering the office they noticed me outside the office unpacking a box. I was assembling a book cart for one of my teachers, as... Continue Reading →

When it's time to have a difficult conversation with a staff member, I utilize the F.U.R.R. communication method: F- Facts - state the facts only. U- Understand the employee's situation. R- Respect - always be respectful. R- Responsibility - remind... Continue Reading →

While watching the video, I was reminded of the struggles students in poverty face on a daily basis. For many, school is a place where they are able to retrieve and retain the knowledge provided to them daily by their... Continue Reading →

By: Marcus Jackson, Ed.D Many of us can recall the old saying taught by our parents and teachers for many years, “April showers bring May flowers.” It’s the most popular saying during springtime. However, every growing season is not the... Continue Reading →

While interviewing for a superintendent position, I was asked, what was one of the key components to the success that you have experienced as a principal? Without hesitation, I answered, I hang out in the valley. This was a public... Continue Reading →

My administrative team and I began a week chocked full of strategic planning with every grade level, as we move into Unit 2 of our curricula. We began the planning session with an engaging, anchor activity that centered on a... Continue Reading →

By. Marcus Jackson, Ed.D I am more than my mistakes, my holes in my shoes, my deficiencies, my social emotional imbalances, my immaturity, and my parents lack of concern at times. However, I am also a child of God, I'm your... Continue Reading →