Hello Friends,

It’s been a while since my last newsletter, and I wanted to share some exciting updates with you. After two years in a district-level position, I realized just how much I missed working directly with students. I’m thrilled to announce that I have returned to campus life as the principal at Central High School in Keller ISD, Texas!

The best part of this transition is that the middle school where I served as principal for ten years is the sole feeder school to Central High School. It has been a joy to reconnect with my former students and their families, and I’m in awe of how much they have grown over the past two years.

I look forward to the wonderful experiences ahead and to making a positive impact in my students' lives once again!

Now, let's dive into the teacher appreciation strategy I'd like to share in this newsletter.

Every year, I like to kick off the school year by having teachers complete a Google Form where I gather fun details about them, such as their favorite candy, snack, and Sonic drink. This year, I added a new question: “What is your favorite school supply?”

I made this addition because I’ve noticed that many principals tend to give one-size-fits-all gifts during Christmas and Teacher Appreciation Week. My goal this year is to provide each of my 200+ staff members with personalized gifts that reflect their individual preferences. By combining their favorite school supplies, candy, and snacks, I aim to create thoughtful gifts that truly show my appreciation for their hard work.

With such a large staff, I know I’ll need ample time to plan, purchase, and organize everything to ensure each gift is special. I’m excited about this initiative and can’t wait to celebrate my incredible team!

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Bring me to your School!

If you would like me to help you create a detailed teacher appreciation plan for your campus, or you would like me to mentor and work with your administrative team on your campus contact me at Kathleen.Eckert@iCloud.com.

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Thank you for loving teachers,

Kathleen Eckert

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