What School Leaders Can Learn from Musicians

What School Leaders Can Learn from Musicians

by Lauren Drapek

“Deep listening, shared responsibility, and knowing when to harmonize can transform how leaders support their teachers.”

Even though Lauren transitioned from the music classroom to school administration a decade ago, her identity as a musician has never left her. In fact, it has greatly informed her leadership. 

Lauren stated, “The skills we develop in the arts—attunement, vulnerability, collaboration—are the very ones that make us stronger school leaders. I’ve come to realize that my experiences as a singer, both solo and in ensemble, can offer a new lens for leadership in schools.”

Read the entire article: "What School Leaders Can Learn from Musicians."