Lindsay Prendergast
Lindsay Prendergast has served schools and districts across the globe for nearly two decades as a leadership coach, consultant, principal, counselor, and teacher. She is currently Assistant Director of Learning Experiences for The Danielson Group (Framework for Teaching). Lindsay enjoys advocating for educators by writing and speaking around the world for organizations such as ASCD, Learning Forward, Edutopia, AMLE, and others around instructional leadership grounded in student-centered schools where teachers thrive.
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Habits of Resilient Educators: Strategies for Thriving During Times of Anxiety, Doubt and Constant Change
Lindsay Prendergast & Piper Lee During a time when many educators are leaving the profession, others have rolled up their sleeves and shined brightly through the challenges and pressures of the tumultuous education landscape. Countless others are just entering the field, eager to contribute and make an impact on the […] -
Resilient educators cultivate positive mindsets
Educators face complex and challenging experiences daily that may cause stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. What is the difference between those who become overwhelmed by the difficulties and experience burnout and those who navigate problems with confidence and remain steadfastly optimistic no matter their environment? Research suggests that positive psychology — […] -
Coaching practices to stem the looming principal exodus: ONLINE EXCLUSIVE
Seated across from Darrell, a seasoned middle school principal with accolades on the walls and a respected reputation in his community, we were astonished to recognize the feelings reflected in his eyes above the mask that veiled his face: helplessness, inadequacy, even fear. It was clear that two years of […]

