Building Leadership Teams Please find an appointment partner from another school with whom you will meet later in the morning. November 17 and 19, 2008

Purposeful Community  A purposeful community is “one with the collective efficacy and capacity to develop and use assets to accomplish goals that matter to all community members through agreed-upon processes” (Marzano, Waters, & McNulty, 2005, p. 99).

Purposeful Community  Agreed-upon processes: Those processes that enhance communication among community members, provide for efficient reconciliation of disagreements, and make apparent the health (or lack thereof) of the community.

Reflecting on the past…..  If staff members work collaboratively, student learning and performance increase.  One way to improve student learning is to employ intervention strategies designed to develop high-functioning faculty groups (Wheelan & Kesselring, 2005).

Characteristics of Effective Teams CClear mission CComfortable atmosphere DDiscussion AActive listening TTrust and openness CClarity of assignments CConsensus is the norm DDisagreement is acceptable CCriticism is issue-oriented, not personal SShared norms and values CCommitment EEffective leadership RReference: Manning, G., & Curtis, K. (2003). The art of leadership. New York: McGraw-Hill.

Reflecting on the past…..  Conducted surveys at all buildings  District Priority Results:  Disagreement is acceptable/Criticism is issue- oriented, not personal (which has to do with managing conflict effectively)  Trust/openness

Intervention Strategies: Managing Conflict Effectively  Intervention Strategies: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team (Lencioni, 2002) Cognitive Conflict (focus on issues) Affective Conflict (focus on individuals) Styles of Conflict CPR (Having the right crucial conversation: 1. Content 2. Pattern 3. Relationship)

Trust  Why would we want to address faculty trust?  Brainstorm in your group  What is trust?  What facets and elements comprise trust?  Share with the group

Trust  Why would we want to address faculty trust?  Brainstorm in your group  What is trust?  What facets and elements comprise trust?  Share with the group

Developing Effective Teams: Trust  The Benefits of Faculty Trust  Defining Trust and the Facets of Trust -Read 1 st page of Trust in Schools handout and discuss in small groups

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Facets of Trust

Facet of TrustDefinitionClarificationExamples BenevolenceConfidence that those things one cares about will not be harmed A sense of caring, extending good will, having positive intentions, supporting one another, showing consideration and sensitivity for others’ needs, expressing appreciation, guarding confidential information  When a teacher’s mother passes away, the staff provides meals, flowers, and sympathy cards.

HonestyThe word or promise of another individual can be relied upon An individual’s character, integrity, and authenticity; telling the truth, keeping promises, honoring agreements, avoiding manipulation, being real, assuming responsibility for errors  After reaching a consensual staff decision regarding the topic of a building-wide book study, a middle school social studies teacher productively participates in the book study, even though he wanted to study a different book.

Openness A process by which people make themselves vulnerable to others by sharing information, influence, and control. Communicating openly, listening intently, sharing important information, sharing decision making, sharing power, delegating, sharing knowledge, sharing personal information about things near to one’s heart  After learning about the five facets of trust, a teacher reflects on her personal strengths and challenges. She shares her thinking with a colleague, and they brainstorm ways to strengthen the teacher’s area of challenge.

ReliabilityThe extent to which behavior is well- intentioned, predictable, and benefits the other party. Having consistency, being dependable, demonstrating commitment, having dedication, being diligent  A 7 th grade core welcomes the new science teacher, orients her to the school, offers strategies for classroom management, and meets weekly to discuss how they are applying comprehension strategies in various content areas.

CompetenceThe ability to perform according to appropriate standards. Setting an example, modeling, engaging in problem solving, fostering conflict resolution, working hard, pressing for results, setting standards, handling difficult situations, being flexible  When preparing for a professional development morning, BLT members engage in rigorous dialogue, brainstorm ideas, critique and analyze options, and collaboratively develop a workable agenda.

Five Facets of Trust - Brainstorming  In small groups brainstorm 2 additional examples for each of the facets – record the examples on your handout  Share amongst your building  Be prepared to share one example with the large group

Developing Trust: An Intentional Leadership Effort  Read 2 nd page of Trust in Schools Handout Research Synthesis  Complete the Right Angle handout  Locate your appointment partner and share your thoughts

Developing Effective Teams: Trust  Applications: Individual Building  Closing