Keegan Webb is an Elementary Principal from central Texas, who shares her unique experiences and insights from her 21 years in education. Keegan discusses her journey from being a music teacher to an administrator, highlighting the different roles she takes on in a smaller, rural district. Keegan emphasizes the importance of building a positive school culture, supporting teachers, and connecting with students, especially those who may not excel in traditional academic or athletic settings.

Keegan also shares her strategies for welcoming new staff and fostering a collaborative environment, as well as her thoughts on the integration of AI in education and the significance of maintaining focus amidst the many distractions in the educational landscape.

Takeaways -

Hire for personality and I train for skill.

You want to make a positive culture where people want to be.

Every single day is like an inbox activity.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Keegan Webb

01:34 - Life as a Rural Principal

06:02 - Hiring and Supporting Teachers

09:20 - The Role of AI in Education

14:16 - Staying Focused as a Principal

18:13 - Supporting All Students

19:33 - Balancing Life and Work