Dr. Salome Thomas-EL lives in Pennsylvania and has been a teacher and principal since 1987. He is currently a K-8 leader in Wilmington, DE and is the author of five best-selling books. Dr. EL’s newest book, “Meet Their Needs, and They’ll Succeed, will be released in April 2025 (ASCD). He speaks to groups around the country and has appeared on C-SPAN, CNN, and NPR Radio. Principal EL holds a doctorate in Education Leadership from Wilmington University and Reader’s Digest recognized him as an “Inspiring American Icon.” Dr. EL was featured on GMA and Oprah Radio.