Are you an educator or school leader feeling the pressure and frustration of overwhelming demands, limited resources, and systems that too often fall short? If the answer is yes, then join me for the Lead Anyway: Teaching Through the Fog When the System Stops Seeing You book study. Rather than offering quick fixes or idealized leadership models, this book meets readers where they are—exhausted, committed, and still hopeful. This book study invites participants to reflect, connect, and grow together—creating space for honest conversation about what it means to lead when support is inconsistent and expectations are high. Participants will leave with shared language, actionable strategies, and a stronger sense of agency—ready to lead anyway, even when conditions are less than ideal.Lead Anyway: Teaching Through the Fog When the System Stops Seeing You

Online Format

I will share a Google Doc for each new assignment. You can work at your own pace, but be mindful of due dates and the discussion aspect of this study.

Credit

Each participant will receive 10 PD hours for completing this book study. There will be no partial credit. You must complete every assignment to receive credit.Dates: 2/20/26-3/28/26

Timeframe: At least 1 full week to complete each reading, respond to the posted question(s), and comment on other participants’ responses. 

$35 registration fee

Participant provides book

Book Study Sponsored by ROE #12 

Facilitated by Janna Surrells, SEL and Instructional Coach (jsurrells@roe12.org)