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At some point, every educator asks the question: “How do I actually do Tier 2 inside the general education classroom?” That question fueled the creation of a new resource now available on the Practitioners’ Platform—a visual mind map that outlines the six essential elements of integrating Tier 2 instruction without disrupting Tier 1 fidelity. Whether…
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💡 A Practitioner’s Guide to Getting Tier 1 Right Before Going Tier 2 Deep So many teachers say, “We’ve tried Tier 1. It didn’t work.”Here’s the truth: If you can’t describe the model, you probably didn’t implement it.Tier 1 isn’t a warm-up act. It’s the main event. It’s your curriculum, your pacing, your core instruction—and…
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Freedom Costs Blood—So Make It Count June 30, 2025 Monday Manifest: The Drive Forward DECLARE This week, as flags fly and fireworks boom, let’s not forget: freedom is not a feeling—it’s a sacrifice.Someone bled for your freedom. Spiritually. Nationally. Professionally. As school leaders, our job is not just to wave the banner of progress. We must…
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Posted: June 23, 2025 | By Principal Yeager Let’s clear up one of the most misunderstood concepts in instruction: Scaffolding is NOT differentiation. It’s time we stop using these terms interchangeably and start empowering practitioners with the clarity and tools they deserve. Differentiation is about giving different students different things. Scaffolding is about giving all…
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Date: June 24, 2025Title: The Power of the Next Five Minutes 🔷 DECLARE: Vision Begins in Minutes, Not Miles What if I told you the next five minutes could change your entire week? It’s true. Vision doesn’t always arrive in fireworks or mountaintop moments. Sometimes, it shows up in hallway conversations, quiet planning sessions, or…
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🔥 Topic: Leadership is a Mirror 📅 June 16, 2025 “You don’t attract what you want. You attract what you are.”— John Maxwell 📢 DECLARE The culture of your school isn’t what you say — it’s what you show.Leadership is a mirror. Want accountability? Model it. Want joy? Bring it.What they see in you is…
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“You must never confuse faith that you will prevail in the end… with the discipline to confront the most brutal facts of your current reality.”— Jim Collins, Good to Great 📚 Why Hard Conversations Matter Hard conversations aren’t about power — they’re about professional clarity.They hold individuals accountable while preserving the integrity of your leadership…
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A Catalyst for Culture Shift and Leadership Growthexcerpt: Kendale Lumpkins didn’t just speak at Perry Central—he sparked a transformation. Discover how his work challenged mindsets, inspired leaders, and ignited self-efficacy in an entire school community.2025-06-13 — Principal Yeager Leadership, School Culture, Professional Development -Kendale Lumpkins, School Turnaround, Self-Efficacy, Motivational Speaker, Teacher Growth, Student Mindset “I’m…
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If you’re serious about equipping students for college, career, and life—then Level All isn’t just a tool… it’s a game changer. From the Delta to the Coast, this platform is tailor-made for Mississippi schools: ✅ Aligns with MS CCR accountability indicators✅ Supports financial literacy, soft skills, and industry pathways✅ Includes a Digital ISP Portal that…
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“Grace & Grit with a ‘Better Together’ Mentality!” — I remember it like yesterday. It was the summer before my second year as an assistant principal in 2014. I had survived my rookie season — barely. Discipline referrals had become my daily diet, angry parents kept me on edge, and sleepless nights were routine. I…
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