CMD 007: How To Be A Principal Teachers Love And Respect, with Dr. Chris Botts
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Hosted by: Greg Harrod
In This Episode
I’m never had a job as an educator in a school system, but I don’t think it’s easy to find a principal who is as loved and respected by his staff as Dr. Chris Botts.
In this first of two interviews with Dr. Botts, or Chris as he prefers to be called, I have the honor of listening to him share his approach to leading teachers and other education professionals to serve and care for their students.
Chris outlines the mindset and techniques he has learned and successfully applied in his 22 years of service as a high school administrator.
Dr. Chris Botts is an outstanding example of a kind and confident leader in the field of education.
But, even if your career is not as a teacher or administrator, you’ll benefit from his wisdom. And, the three fundamental career skills Chris shares will help you be a better leader.
Today’s Guest
Dr. Chris Botts
Dr. Chris Botts is the principal of Maize High School in Maize, Kansas. He started his career at Complete High School Maize and has been in the USD 266 district 22 years.
Loved and respected by his staff and students alike, Dr. Botts was named as Sedgwick County Area Educational Services Interlocal Cooperative No. 618’s Principal of the Year in August 2017. In 2020, he received the Kansas Scholastic Press Association Administrator of the Year award.
You’ll Learn
3 Fundamental Career Skills from Today’s Guest
1. Communicate by listening
Ask good questions. Be receptive to critique and feedback.
2. Empathize
School administrators should never forget what it’s like to be a teacher. Every leader, regardless of their field, needs to remember what it’s like to be on the front line.
Teachers and administrators should never forget what it’s like to be a student.
3. Be adaptable
Lead through change by being able to adjust and meet people where they are.
Links and Resources from this Episode
Connect with Dr. Botts through email at (cbotts AT usd266.com)
Follow him on Twitter at (@thebotty)
Words of nomination for 2020 Kansas Scholastic Press Association Administrator of the Year
2013 #askbotts video from Maize News newsmagazine produced by the Maize High School journalism department
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