Baruti Kafele makes the case that building a learning environment that inspires school-wide excellence can never be overstated, particularly in under-performing schools. In this high-energy, highly engaging session, Kafele will challenge principals, assistant principals, aspiring principals and district administrators to look critically within themselves through reflective questions about their leadership practices relative to how they inspire energy, excitement and enthusiasm for learning throughout their buildings daily. In his inimitable style, Kafele will lay out the touchstones for maintaining strong leadership habits, inspiring excellence and collaboration in others, and engaging an entire school community in striving to be the best. Topics include: Purposeful and Intentional Leadership, School Brand, School Climate and Culture, Building Collegial Relationships and Instructional Leadership.