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, Special Education Leaders
$2000 Non Member, $1000 Member, $0 PLN for all 6 sessions
CHANUTE
9.10.2024
10.8.2024
12.3.2024
1.14.2025
2.11.2025
4.8.2025
TOPEKA
9.12.2024
10.10.2024
12.5.2024
1.16.2025
2.13.2025
4.10.2025
GARDEN CITY
9.10.2024
10.7.2024
12.3.2024
1.14.2025
2.11.2025
4.8.2025
GODDARD
9.12.2024
10.10.2024
12.5.2024
1.16.2025
2.13.2025
4.10.2025
SALINA
9.10.2024
10.8.2024
12.3.2024
1.14.2025
2.11.2025
4.8.2025
KANSAS CITY
9.25.2024
10.23.2024
11.20.2024
1.29.2025
2.26.2025
4.23.2025
Sessions are 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for this location.
“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