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Top 3 Priorities as an Elementary Assistant Principal: A Reflective Commentary assistant principal leadership style levels and mindset relationships safe school school school administrators systems organization time management Mar 11, 2025
written by: Dr. La-Trice Johnson


 

Stepping into the role of an elementary assistant principal feels like being thrown into the deep end of a pool and told to swim. It's a significant shift from tea...

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3 Quick Tips for Building Positive Relationships with Students at the Start belongingness classroom management education levels and mindset square one series levels and mindset tutoring services levelsandmindset school teachers Aug 19, 2023
Written by: Dr. La-Trice Johnson 

Many districts have had a successful start to the school year. Teachers have created a welcoming environment and ensured the accessibility of curricular material a...

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5 Classroom Management Tips for a Successful School Year belongingness classroom discipline classroom management education educators levels and mindset tutoring services school teachers Jul 03, 2023
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Hey teachers! The new school year is just around the corner, and I know you're all feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. After all, there'...
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Dr. La-Trice Johnson

Dr. La-Trice Johnson is an executive coach, educational consultant, university instructor, and founder of Levels and Mindset, LLC. With over 28 years of experience as a teacher, principal, and school systems leader, she specializes in helping educators lead with purpose, build responsive systems, and create lasting impact in their schools and communities. Through her writing, Dr. Johnson shares real-world strategies, reflective practices, and leadership insights to empower today’s educators, especially those navigating the complexities of school transformation, team building, and equity-centered leadership.