Every day, every student in every school deserves to feel safe, valued and appropriately challenged in their academics. As we prepare students for an ever-changing future, where many jobs do not yet exist, we need to develop life-long learners with the ability to collaborate and with a passion for problem solving. Teachers, support staff, parents, and administrators play a vital role in this process, and now, more than ever, students need innovative teachers who will take the time to identify what they need to be successful learners. Through effective assessment and informed planning, teachers should create an environment where all students feel valued, challenged and successful. Schools require visionary leadership that fosters a culture of collaboration supporting student and adult learning in an environment where risk-taking is encouraged. Strong communication and relationship building skills are the foundation upon which my leadership skills are built. As a leader it is no longer good enough to adopt the mindset of give the teachers what they need and get out of their way, it is more important to give the teachers what they need and walk beside them on their learning journey.