School leadership is hard—but it’s also incredibly joyful. From building relationships to celebrating students, joy lives in the moments we choose to see. Check out my latest blog: darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2025/04/27/f... #LeadershipMatters #RoadToAwesome #SchoolCulture #edusky

Leaders!! Want a roadmap for next year that your whole team can follow? You don’t need another PD day. You need a strategy. Let’s build it together. Join us for Plan with Clarity, Lead with Purpose Save your seat for May 8th! ⬇️⬇️ www.teachbetter.com/clarity #edusky #roadtoawesome #TeachBetter

New on the Leaning Into Leadership pod: Jimmy Casas joins me to talk leadership, culture, and why slowing down makes us better leaders. No capes, no superheroes — just real impact. Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/c5df... #Leadership #SchoolLeadership #Culturize #edusky

The finish line is close — but leadership doesn’t ease up. Now’s the time to: ✅ Stay visible ✅ Reinforce expectations ✅ Be in classrooms coaching & cheering Small moves = big impact before the year ends. Check out my latest blog: darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2025/04/26/t... #SchoolLeadership #edusky

Solving problems shouldn’t come at the cost of your culture. Here are 5 ways school leaders can lead change and protect what matters most. Full blog here 👉 darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2025/04/18/s... #Leadership #Education #SchoolCulture #edusky

So I saw this sign over the weekend, “Reserved for Expecting Mothers “. It got me thinking about the signs in our parking lots, hallways, and offices. Spend time this week, leaders, to take inventory of the intentional and unintentional messages your organization is sending. #edusky

Leaders, it’s that time of year again. Time to plan for opening day, leadership training and retreats, and other pd - let’s have a conversation about how I can best help you and your team get set up for success in the coming year! DM me or email me [email protected] #edusky #edleadership

In this week’s episode of Leaning Into Leadership, my friend Frank Rudnesky joins me to share his insights on creating meaningful student leadership and the lessons he’s learned from his incredible journey as an educator and author. Check it out on your favorite podcast platform #edusky

Just popped onto X for a quick peek and was instantly met with the usual nastiness. Awful to see educators tearing each other down. Makes me even more grateful for the (relative) positivity I've found here on #edusky. Don’t know how people deal with that toxicity.

Feeling stuck in the day-to-day whirlwind of leadership? In my latest blog, I share daily reflection can give you clarity, direction, and purpose in your leadership. Read here: bit.ly/4ihDE8i #SchoolLeadership #ReflectiveLeader #BalconyLevelLeadership #RoadToAwesome #edusky

Do superintendents understand what it's like in the classroom? What questions can principals can ask to intentionally open dialogue with teachers? Check out leadership tips from @DarrinMPeppard on our latest Middle School Walk & Talk episode: ow.ly/uo9N50Vu219

When 2nd graders (and their #teachers) make you cry! 😭 I still have goosebumps! Find out why at www.collazocove.com/blog/when-2n... #STEM #AlwaysWonder #WritingCommunity @darrinmpeppard.bsky.social @jilliande.bsky.social

Love this quote at #MSMatters2025 "In a world of thermometers, be a thermostat." - @darrinmpeppard.bsky.social

What do you think of when you hear the phrase “classroom management”? It’s a question I ask all my students to begin the semester, and now I’m asking you… Share your thoughts, ideas and maybe how your view has evolved through your career. #CultureFirstClassrooms coming soon from #RoadToAwesome

Yep - it’s THAT good!! Go order your copy now then listen to Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck discuss this amazing project on the podcast ⬇️⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l...

Great start to our #mtprincipals25 conference with @darrinmpeppard.bsky.social learning about principal clarity and intentionality.

🚨 New Podcast Episode! In Ep. 188 of Leaning Into Leadership, we dive into the human side of leadership with Todd Bloomer & Dominic Armano. 💡 Tough decisions 💡 School branding 💡 Self-care strategies Don’t miss these insights for leaders in 2025! 🎧 player.captivate.fm/episode/ebf9... #edusky

🌟 Lead Like a Lighthouse in 2025 Lighthouses guide ships; leaders guide teams. Here are 5 ways to shine: ⭐️Navigate challenges ⭐️Build trust ⭐️Focus strategically ⭐️Empower others ⭐️Inspire hope & safety Start leading with purpose: darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2025/01/10/b... #edusky #roadtoawesome

We all have a story and lessons to learn from each other. I am happy to share another installment of Why Edify Wisdom from Kim Collazo. Kim Collazo shares her passion for STEM education, authoring STEM picture books, and her belief that kids can do amazing things.

In Ep. 184 of Leaning Into Leadership, I share a personal story of burnout, missed opportunities, & the wake-up call that changed how I lead. Learn practical self-care strategies to lead with clarity & purpose in 2025. 🎧 Listen now: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l... #edusky #leadershipmatters

Self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential for leaders. When we prioritize our well-being, we create the clarity needed to build systems that protect our time & focus. Join my free webinar Dec. 30 to learn how to lead with clarity in 2025. Sign up: www.theprincipalacademy.com/realresults #edusky

School leaders: Ready to lead with clarity in 2025? Join me on Monday, Dec. 30 at 3 PM ET for a FREE webinar: Take Control of Your Leadership: Clear Priorities, Real Results. ✅ Define priorities ✅ Reinforce values ✅ Reclaim your time Register now: www.theprincipalacademy.com/realresults #edusky

@darrinmpeppard.bsky.social joined the Kind Voice as a guest blog writer. Check it out: www.orangesparrow.org/the-kind-voi... and be sure to check out his new Principal Academy: www.theprincipalacademy.com #edleadership #education #culture #climate #principal

From floundering principal to State Principal of the Year: Leadership coaching changed everything for me. It helped me focus on what matters, build trust, and lead with purpose. 👇👇 Read here: darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2024/12/12/t... #LeadershipCoaching #SchoolLeadership #edusky

From floundering principal to State Principal of the Year: Leadership coaching changed everything for me. It helped me focus on what matters, build trust, and lead with purpose. 👇👇 Read here: darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2024/12/12/t... #LeadershipCoaching #SchoolLeadership #edusky

Time for a leadership time management tip! Leaders -don’t micromanage your team, trust them, coach them, empower them Delegation is about more than off loading tasks, it’s about growing future leaders #theprincipalacademy #edusky

Thank you so much, @bradmeltzer.bsky.social! Thanks for supporting new authors! #childrensbooks #books #christmastreefarm #giftideas #dreambig #tinytrees #christmas #teddythetinytree @darrinmpeppard.bsky.social

I created ‘Take Control of Your Leadership’ with something very specific in mind: help school leaders get out of firefighter mode and focus on high impact work. I’m proud of this course, it will make a difference- and we’ve got an awesome #blackfriday deal www.theprincipalacademy.com #edusky

I created ‘Take Control of Your Leadership’ with something very specific in mind: help school leaders get out of firefighter mode and focus on high impact work. I’m proud of this course, it will make a difference- and we’ve got an awesome #blackfriday deal www.theprincipalacademy.com #edusky

New Blog: As a school leader, conflicts can derail your plans—but they don’t have to! 3 proven strategies to fix challenges & build school culture: ⬇️ ✅ Clarity, Compassion, Consistency ✅ Structured Conversations ✅ The Conflict Triangle Read it 👉🏻 darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2024/11/27/t... #edusky

A special midweek episode features a conversation with me and my friend Todd Bloomer. We went back-and-forth with questions for each other ranging from what keeps you up at night as a school leader to what is your favorite holiday movie. Get it here ⬇️ player.captivate.fm/episode/1b1f... #edusky

You can’t just positively-think your success into existence. It’s a good start, and an important piece, being positive… …but you’re going to need to include some hard work, strategic decisions, failed attempts, and a whole bunch of getting back up.

As #edusky & other BlueSky teacher communities emerge, it's worth remembering that many educators left Twitter well before the Elon et. al toxicity period. Excessive self-promotion, lack of professional benefit, stress/burnout, noise, erosion of dialogue, etc. were all factors. Let's learn and grow.

New blog post: As a high school principal, I remember many sleepless nights. The stress of trying to balance it all - it can wear on you This week’s post has tips to help you manage the holiday stress #edusky darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2024/11/19/h... #theprincipalacademy #RoadToAwesome

Big thanks to @darrinmpeppard.bsky.social and the Road To Awesome team for inviting me to hangout with this group of talented authors to talk entrepreneurship, marketing, and increasing their impact.

Awesome stuff, thanks for pouring into our #roadtoawesome crew Jeff! #edusky

Are you an #edleader? Come join my principal academy starter Pack - Let’s talk school leadership together ⬇️⬇️ #edusky go.bsky.app/T6W6a7T

Special mid-week episode: I’m pulling back the curtain on my new course, Take Control of Your Leadership. This incredible course is helps school leaders overcome overwhelm, focus on what matters most, and lead with clarity and purpose. #edusky Check it out 👉🏻 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l...

The holidays bring joy and challenges for school leaders—supporting staff, managing absences, keeping students engaged, and helping families in need. My latest blog shares personal stories + tips to lead with clarity this season. Read here: darrinpeppard.edublogs.org/2024/11/19/h... #edusky

A2 Chat GPT - game changer #eduskychat

A1 never get tired of mentimeter - I love using this in so many ways. Such a great tool to gain engagement and voice #eduskychat

Hey #edusky - I am loving this new (hotly old Twitter) platform for us educators- hoping I can learn the ins and outs fast enough for the chat

Are you an educator? Podcast fan? Both? Then check out the Leaning into Leadership podcast - my weekly podcast featuring leadership from all walks of life but dialed in on how leadership affects our classrooms and students #edusky leaning-into-leadership.captivate.fm

Excuses or solutions? Which will you choose? #EduSky

I just scrolled #EduSky for a few minutes and counted how many images used alt text vs those that did not. Only 17 images had alt text whereas 36 did not. This means our community is not accessible to blind users or others who use screen readers. We have a lot of room for improvement. 🧵

Being a principal was one of the greatest honors & challenges of my life. Now I pour into school leader I can. The Principal Academy is all about helping leaders gain clarity, be more intentional, and walk in their purpose. Check it out here ⬇️ www.theprincipalacademy.com/from-crisis-... #edusky

Another day, another million new people have joined Bluesky! 18M users? 🙂‍↔️ 18M friends 🙂‍↕️

For the past four months, I have been pouring myself into this project. Years of leadership experience, coaching, and support went into building this amazing new course and launching The Principal Academy. And now…it is done. Launching soon #principalacademy #RoadToAwesome #edusky

So this is where the educool kids hang out now!! I really hope we can recapture the magic we had in the early edutwitter days over here on #bluesky - I’m Darrin, recovering high school principal, former superintendent, turned author, leadership champion, and traveler of the #roadtoawesome #edusky