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Principal Jigna Patel says simple steps, such as allowing the leadership team to set meeting agendas, helps ensure that all student needs are met.

Value the knowledge of those on the instructional leadership team in making decisions, Principal Jigna Patel says.

Principal Toni Perry coaches her leadership team by sitting in on meetings and coaching conversations to offer immediate feedback.

For deeper understanding, Principal Toni Perry models the instructional leadership practices she expects multi-classroom leaders to use with their teams.

Principal Sarah Reeves explains her extensive hiring process that helps ensure a cohesive, committed staff from the start.

Principal Sarah Reeves stresses the need for ample co-planning time to improve lesson quality.

Principal Rria Cruz-Soto explains the need for a common template to ensure equitable feedback.

For teacher buy-in on schoolwide initiatives and processes, use consistent protocols for all types of meetings, Principal Rria Cruz-Soto says.

Principal Christian Sawyer focuses on reaching more students by developing strong teaching team leaders.

Principal Christian Sawyer says his time is best used supporting an instructional leadership team and removing barriers to their progress.

Set a vision and prepare for challenges that will arise before school begins, Principal Christian Sawyer says.

Even when it feels uncomfortable or takes time to come to a resolution, address challenges on a leadership team directly and collaboratively, Principal Phillip Steffes says.