Reflections on the First Year in the Job is a practical and honest reflection on stepping into boarding leadership for the first time. Drawing on her own journey, Danielle shares how she navigated the transition into leadership, the tools that supported her success, and the lessons she learned along the way.

Throughout the webinar, Danielle explores the importance of engaging deeply with your boarding community - families, staff and students, while learning to ask the right questions, including what works well and what could work even better. She discusses how to expect the unexpected, find the fun in boarding life, and the value of auditing your boarding school to drive continuous improvement. With a strong focus on presence, connection, self-care and leading by example, this session highlights the power of reflective leadership and the strength that comes from building and leaning on your professional network.