The First 30 Days: A School Leader’s Checklist for a Strong Start

A four-week leadership checklist designed to help principals launch the school year with clarity, connection, and confidence. Each week includes focused action steps, tips, and printables to guide your work across operations, instruction, relationships, and reflection.

Created By
Alissa Christensen
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How it Works

Follow one themed checklist each week to stay focused on what matters most—operations, instruction, relationships, and reflection—while building a strong, connected school culture.

What's included

A checklist for each of the first four weeks of school, plus staff check-in templates, reflection prompts, and embedded resources for leadership support.

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