When I am asked my number one piece of advice for a new administrator, it is simply to take care of your staff. If you take care of them, they will take care of the students. A culture of care, support, appreciation and encouragement is a culture when everyone can thrive.

Avon completing the WGI triple crown will actually be one of the most impressive achievements that has ever happened in the band world

It’s not about teachers remembering their why. It’s about leaders helping to remove the barriers so that teachers can access their why.

Reppin’ Avon Community School Corporation and Avon Cadet Guard proudly as a selected member of Drum Corps International INpact! She’s spinning at 7pm tonight at Monument Circle and 5:30pm at DCI World Finals in Lucas Oil Stadium tomorrow evening! Proud of this kid!

Teacher effectiveness is not greatly improved by curriculum, new programs, or initiatives. But, when teachers are respected, valued, supported, & feel like their talents are utilized, then morale increases, job engagement soars, & students benefit too!

To the people who say it’s all about the kids. Just remember the kids learn in an environment created by the teacher. A teacher who is supported, encouraged and appreciated will create a more positive and dynamic learning environment than a teacher who is not supported that way.

Vote, pals.

A great day with the Indiana Chamber! Proud to be an Intern Supervisor of the Year nominee for our work done at Gaylor Electric ! Kudos to my three interns nominated in their respective categories as well!

The Mighty Avon! BANDS OF AMERICA Grand Nats Champs, baby!

Exciting news! I'll be returning to public education as the first Head Principal of William Penn Middle School in Indianapolis Public Schools! Let's go, Penn! myips.org/blog/district/…

There’s a new addition to the Indy public middle school landscape—William Penn Middle School: A STEM School. In addition to robust STEM curriculum…band, choir, orchestra, art, foreign language—we’ve got it all! Come visit Monday from 5-7pm; check us out! #choosePenn #myIPS

Hey, friends! Please give my Chelsey Thompson journey a follow! Here we go!

Had a blast cheering on Juliann Woodard at Gainbridge Fieldhouse today! As a JCHS alum and former Director of Bands, loved seeing her named MVP! Best of luck, Juliann!

Follow Chelsey Thompson for the latest updates and news regarding Penn Middle School’s opening!

One of the best days of my life. We opened a new school, today, friends. The MVPs? My custodial team. No one will ever know how amazing these humans are. Just a week ago, tonight seemed excruciatingly out of reach. Want to donate to help me tell them thanks? Just let me know!

Getting pumped for fall sports! #choosePENN #BuildingALegacy

Students in Mrs. Raisor’s PLTW Design & Modeling class planned out their design for a foot orthosis by deciding what materials to use and exactly what their design should be! Each member of the group had a specific job for the planning process! #STEMatPENN #choosePENN

There’s so very much to be excited about at Penn! Check out our great progress in band and orchestra, our scholars in Medical Detectives diagnosing their first patients, some aesthetic upgrades starting around the building, and hanging with Superintendent Dr. Aleesia Johnson!