Summary: <br> This week I have the privilege of interviewing Emily Paschall about her new book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1734890827/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=connectedd07-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1734890827&linkId=581c307a8826742fbc2a3acbd56863b3">Eyes on Culture: Multiply Excellence in Your School</a>.<br> <br> <br> <br> <a href="https://williamdparker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/MultiplyCover.png"></a><br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> As you know, culture drives the outcomes of your school, and Emily unpacks ways to not only live your own excellence, but to multiply excellence in others. In her book, you will learn:<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> * How to use your lived experiences to help someone else* How to unlock the key to connecting with all kids, even those who seem unreachable* How to build partnerships with families so that they desire to work with you* How to make difficult conversations not so difficult* How to help every student, parent, and colleague achieve excellence…and more!<br> <br> <br> <br> Meet Emily Paschall<br> <br> <br> <br> <a href="https://williamdparker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/image.jpeg"></a><br> <br> <br> <br> Emily A. Paschall has served as a teacher, district coach, school administrator, professional learning trainer, and motivational speaker. Currently, she serves as assistant principal at Cedar Hill Elementary in Ardmore, Alabama.A fellow ConnectEdd author, her passions lie in teaching, learning, and serving others. She leads a nation wide group of administrators through supportive social media sites with shared ideas, information, and motivation. She is best known for founding the ElemAPNetwork where she offers various opportunities for administrators to experience a live exchange of best practices and fresh ideas. Her work is recognized around the world from educators who desire to learn how to create a climate and culture that promotes excellence.<br> <br> <br> <br> Emily’s innovative methods for driving student engagement, promoting academic rigor, and stimulating excitement about school has created a ripple effect in others across the country.<br> <br> <br> <br> Multiplying Your Excellence<br> <br> <br> <br> Listen to the entire episode for even more takeaways! The following is a short summary of the conversation:<br> <br> <br> <br> WDP: Emily, welcome to Principal Matters podcast. Can you fill in the gaps on that intro and tell listeners something they may be surprised to know about you?<br> <br> <br> <br> Emily: I almost didn’t become a teacher. But Mr. Wade, one of my education professors in college was so inspiring, he had me hooked on the decision to become an educator. <br> <br> <br> <br> WDP: Let’s talk about your new book. What is the overall message you want educators to know in ‘Eyes on Culture: Multiply Excellence in Your School’’?<br> <br> <br> <br> Emily: I have always worked in high poverty schools. I didn’t grow up in that type of environment. I quickly realized that in order to reach my kids, I had to get in the trenches and learn their experiences. As a teacher, math specialist, and administrator, I realized we have to do whatever it takes. Relationships are the foundation of everything we do, but it is not just about relationships. The two most important qualities are compassion and grit. We are rooted in relationships, but we must also be committed to helping them reach learning goals. <br> <br> <br> <br> WDP: Why is ‘being a champion’ for students so important for education leaders?<br> <br> <br> <br> Emily: Some kids do have a champion, but many don’t have anyone rooting for them at home. How are we going to motivate them to become better? Kids must know we believe in them. One of my favorite ways to champion for kids is by riding the bus w...
