The term 2 calendar is well underway and I KNOW the pace with which this term has started for Principals and their staff. Excitingly many Primary Principals’ Councils have already connected for face to face meetings and there is a real sense of reconnection. I ask you check in on each other and prioritise the opportunities presenting to connect in person where possible. There is no greater strength in the principalship than reaching out to each other.

Whilst we are all ‘getting on with it’ and operationalising our Strategic Improvement Plan it is critical you plan for self-care – YOU must model this for your staff and your colleagues. How you show up and operate sets the tone and others look to you – YOU set the culture of what matters most – leading, teaching and learning is leveraged by the wellbeing of our communities.

Looking forward to seeing some of you at upcoming PPC Executive Meetings, PPC Meetings and Regional Conferences. Where possible the Executive Liaison for your region will also be happy to attend your meetings.

Two stand out forums I have attended and engaged in this term have been NSWPPA Credential and the Phoenix Conference.