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CC#94: Encouraging Teacher Leadership - A Principal's Perspective by Kelly Whittaker - Ottawa HS

CC#94: Encouraging Teacher Leadership - A Principal's Perspective by Kelly Whittaker - Ottawa HS

Update: 2025-10-22
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Encouraging Teacher Leadership


Principal Kelly Whittaker


Ottawa High School, USD 290


X: @kelwhitt217


 


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CC#94: Encouraging Teacher Leadership - A Principal's Perspective by Kelly Whittaker - Ottawa HS

CC#94: Encouraging Teacher Leadership - A Principal's Perspective by Kelly Whittaker - Ottawa HS

KPA: Kansas Principals Association