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CC#101: Creating PD Isn't Scary - A Principal's Perspective by Megan Black - Olathe West HS

CC#101: Creating PD Isn't Scary - A Principal's Perspective by Megan Black - Olathe West HS

Update: 2025-10-30
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Topic: How to Make PD Relevant to Staff


Assistant Principal Megan Black


Olathe West High School


USD 233 - Olathe


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CC#101: Creating PD Isn't Scary - A Principal's Perspective by Megan Black - Olathe West HS

CC#101: Creating PD Isn't Scary - A Principal's Perspective by Megan Black - Olathe West HS

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