This week, I write to you on the heels of celebrating my cousin’s wedding. The ceremony was beautiful, marking the beginning of their shared journey. Equally important, it brought our family together, providing an opportunity to strengthen our bonds and reminisce about memories of years gone by. This weekend will linger in my memory.
As leaders, we often face the dilemma of balancing family time with professional responsibilities. For 15 years, I dedicated myself to my work, prioritizing it above all else. While I achieved professional success, it came at the cost of neglecting personal and familial relationships. While I’m proud of the work I did, the truth is: I feel some guilt, too.
I hope you’ll learn from my experience and reflect on your own priorities. Are you carving out dedicated time for your family each week? Each day? Even if you’re nodding along in agreement, consider how you can deepen those connections further. We can never prioritize our loved ones enough.
The call to greatness is not just a professional one; it’s personal, too.
#ChooseToBeGreat
Angelo
Published by Angelo DelliSanti
“Education? You don’t want to do that with your life. You’ve got other plans.” That’s what Angelo DelliSanti’s high school counselor told him his senior year. And she was right—at first. Angelo had spent three years preparing to become a U.S. Navy officer. But an internship with a math teacher during his senior year changed everything. Helping struggling students master algebra sparked a passion for education that would shape his career.
Over the next 15 years, Angelo served as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal, returning to his alma mater to teach World History and later advancing to leadership roles. As a principal, Angelo implemented the Capturing Kids’ Hearts process, leading to remarkable academic gains, increased scholarships, record-breaking graduation rates, and improved school culture. These achievements earned him recognition as the Rowan-Salisbury Schools Principal of the Year in 2018.
In 2022, Angelo joined Capturing Kids’ Hearts as a Leadership Solutions Strategist where he is dedicated to working together with school leaders to create remarkable schools. He holds a Bachelor’s in History and Secondary Education from UNC Charlotte, where he was a North Carolina Teaching Fellow. He also completed a Master’s in School Administration and completed all the required coursework for a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from his alma mater, earning the Outstanding Student Philip Morris Educational Fellowship in 2017.
Angelo lives in North Carolina with his wife, Kasey, whom he married in 2008. Together, they enjoy escapes to the mountains and beaches. Angelo’s passions include golf, non-fiction books, cooking, and sharing meals filled with laughter and connection around the table.
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