Research has proven that certain actions and behaviors have a positive effect on student achievement, and all principals can learn these actions and behaviors and how to implement them with efficacy. They can learn how to establish a clear focus, keeping the work and dialogue focused on issues that matter. They can learn how to manage the changes - large and small - that come with making improvements. They can learn how to create a purposeful community in their school, one in which all teachers and staff are invested in student outcomes and believe they can make a difference. - School Leadership That Works (Marzano, Water, & McNulty, 2005 & Balanced Leadership for Powerful Learning (Goodwin, Cameron, & Hein 2015)
Sessions will focus on building capacity in developing strong instructional leadership skills, a laser sharp focus on best practices, how to effectively lead change, and how to build a purposeful school community. Sessions will be collaborative and include time to work on a customized action plan.
New & Experienced Administrators, Teacher Leaders, Building Leadership Teams
$2000 Non Member, $1000 Member, $0 PLN for all 7 sessions
CHANUTE
9/19/2023
10/17/2023
12/12/2023
1/23/2024
2/20/2024
3/26/2024 - Zoom
4/16/2024
TOPEKA
9/19/2023
10/17/2023
12/12/2023
1/23/2024
2/20/2024
3/26/2024 - Zoom
4/16/2024
DODGE CITY
9/19/2023
10/17/2023
12/12/2023
1/23/2024
2/20/2024
3/26/2024 - Zoom
4/16/2024
GODDARD
9/21/2023
10/19/2023
12/14/2023
1/25/2024
2/22/2024
3/26/2024 - Zoom
4/18/2024
SALINA
9/19/2023
10/17/2023
12/12/2023
1/23/2024
2/20/2024
3/26/2024 - Zoom
4/16/2024
KANSAS CITY
9/26/2023
10/24/2023
11/28/2023
1/30/2024
2/27/2024
3/26/2024 - Zoom
4/23/2024
“As I network with principals across the nation, I am affirmed that Kansas is committed to investing in school leadership. When I share about our Kansas Principals Association, the Elevate Leadership professional development, the 360/Building Ranks Assessment and Coaching, and the Leading Learning workshops they are amazed! We are unique with our solid and strategic offerings. I have been active in all three professional development opportunities this year. This work will impact my leadership and our building as we move forward. The network I have created is one of the most valuable assets from these PD opportunities. My growth would not have been possible without the amazing staff from USA/KASB/KSDE. They came very prepared each session, they invested in each one of us, and our collective growth is commendable.” – Stacey Green, PK-8 Principal Stockton
“This is my 6th year as a principal. I have always been a person that wants to grow and improve every year, but my growth this year has easily outweighed the previous five years combined! I attribute this to Jessica’s guidance and the opportunity to learn alongside other like-minded leaders hungry for growth. The 360 survey that I had my staff complete provided valuable feedback and offered me the “nudge” I needed to challenge the status quo and initiate positive change.” – Tyler Weinbrenner, Jr./Sr. High Principal 448