Although my two guests have been in education and known each other since the mid 1990’s, this year has been the most challenging in their careers. This week’s guests, Adam Dewitt and Dr. Jeffry Prickett share how during this difficult time, they’ve leaned heavily on each other and their professional learning network to work through the daily adversity and grow as leaders. Join us as they share their connected leadership journey and how their friendship strengthened their skills, values and contributions to the educational profession.    In this Episode, we discuss:Tactics to Increase Student EngagementHow to Support Teachers Through Difficult TimesThe Benefits of Being Forced to Be InnovativeAnd the Principal Leadership Lab PodcastAbout Adam DeWitt:Started my teacher career back in 1996 at Heritage Elementary SchoolMoved to Minocqua, WI to teach science in a middle schoolOpened a private school for one year.Moved back to my hometown, Marinette, WI to serve as aMS AP.PrincipalDirector of Curriculum and TechnologyWorked at CESA (Cooperative Educational Service AgencyCurrently serving in Oconto as the principal of four schools in two buildings.Oconto Middle SchoolBayshore Community AcademyOconto High SchoolNortheast Wisconsin Learner AcademyCo-host of The Principal Leadership Lab with longtime friend and educator, Dr. Jeffry Prickett.Follow Adam DeWitt:Twitter: @adewittInstagram: Principal Adam Facebook: Adam DeWittLinkedin: Adam DeWittAbout Dr. Jeffrey Prickett:Prior to serving as Principal of McHenry High School East Campus, Dr. Prickett served as a middle school principal in both Crystal Lake and Round Lake for five years, as well as principal at the elementary level in Round Lake for eight years. In addition, Prickett also has experience as an assistant principal, dean of students, and classroom teacher. Entering his 24th year in public education, he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Judson University, a Master’s degree from Aurora University, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from National Louis University. He lives in McHenry, IL with his wife and kids. He is the co-host of The Principal Leadership Lab podcast with longtime friend and educator, Adam DeWitt.Follow Dr. Jeffry Prickett:Twitter: @jdprickettInstagram: jdprickettFacebook: Jeffry PrickettLinkedin: Dr. Jeffry PrickettBlog: Wordpress Blog Site Follow The Principal Leadership Lab: Adam and Jeff can be heard on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and so many more! Website: The Principal Leadership Lab NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee Shirts and Drinkwear: