SHAPING THE FUTURE ONE CHILD AT A TIME THE CHAPEL HILL WAY! ASPRINING PRINCIPALS ACADEMY JANUARY 7, 2019 NOTE: To change the image on this slide, select the picture and delete it. Then click the Pictures icon in the placeholder to insert your own image.

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OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE OF ACADEMY You learn which leadership skills you will need, what it takes to be a principal, and whether leadership is the right path for you. You receive expanded networking opportunities, increased insight into district cultures, information about the Leadership Program and future opportunities. We expect you to attend every session (tentative schedule above), complete assigned readings before each session, and actively participate and enjoy the sessions.

Two Content Layout with Table LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CHISD STRATEGIC PLAN ACTIVITY FRAMEWORK FOR EXCELLENCE

Tactics for Developing a New Skill Clearly identify the skills you actually want to build. Set aside time every day – or on an extremely regular schedule – to focus specifically on building those skills. Develop a game plan for building a specific skill. Invest in top-quality resources for learning. Set a clear goal that you want to reach. Use something in the “real world” to work on as you learn Gather support for this skill growth. Share the progress you’re making along the way.

The Power of Habit

Two Content Layout with Table “Communication is the gateway to cultural change”Second bullet point here Skill 1.1

DOMAIN TWO SCHOOL COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP The principal knows how to communicate and collaborate with all members of the school community, responds to diverse interests and needs, and mobilizes resources to promote student success.  

The principal knows how to communicate and collaborate with all members of the school community, responds to diverse interests and needs, and mobilizes resources to promote student success. Communication is the way we connect with each other.  I could really stop right there because that statement is huge. What you say is important, and how you say it is probably even more important. Our tone of voice, our body language, and our facial expressions all have an impact on our message. What we directly say or indirectly say will spread throughout the campus.  Make sure your message is being spread without misunderstanding.

10 ways to have a better conversation

Two Content Layout with Table The Importance of Community Involvement in Schools CHISD STRATEGIC PLAN ACTIVITY FRAMEWORK FOR EXCELLENCE

Building relationships between parents and teachers

The Importance of Community Involvement in Schools How can we involve parents and community to help bridge the gaps we face? How can we impact a low socio-economic district to get involved? As a new principal, how will you help impact the culture of your campus through communication?

Two Content Layout with Table Communicate effectively with families and other community members in varied educational contexts. SKILL 1.2

The principal knows how to communicate and collaborate with all members of the school community, responds to diverse interests and needs, and mobilizes resources to promote student success.  Face-to-Face (large or small group, one-on-one) is the most ideal form of communication system. Face-to-Face communication seems to be falling short because of all of the digital systems now available.  We can interact with people all over the world without leaving our office.  We can send emails and messages with the click of just a few buttons.  Face-to-Face meetings are the best avenues when trying to discuss difficult issues, new policies, workplace conflicts, or any other topic that could be easily misinterpreted or miscommunicated.   Social Media Notifying parents and students via social media platforms have proven effective.  If your campus has a Facebook, Twitter or Instagram account, these can spread information rather quickly.  Send reminders of school events or spotlight your campus in pictures.  Parents, students, and teachers love to get recognized on social media.   Campus Website, Blog The campus website or blog is a great resource too.  Keep events posted and regularly updated on your site. Apps (Messenger Platform)

Two Content Layout with Table MARKETING Second bullet point here Skill 1.4

Ensure that parents and other members of the community are an integral part of the campus culture. Successful principals share leadership as they reach out to their parents and community and work hard to expand the professional capacity of the teachers to develop a coherent professional community. Effective leaders are energy creators, creating harmony, forging consensus, setting high standards, and developing a “try this” future orientation. They are forever hopeful and cause everyone in the school’s community to share this hope.

Scenario As a new principal, how will you engage a new community to gain support for your vision. (Work in pairs of two)

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Facilitate the collaborative development of a plan that clearly articulates objectives and strategies for implementing a campus vision. Participate in principals’ meetings with parents and staff Assist with school-community programs and projects Attend PTA and booster meetings where appropriate Assist in conducting a needs assessment Plan activities to increase parent involvement Prepare a monthly newsletter to staff and parents Prepare news releases or articles for various media Prepare written communication for faculty, students, parents and community Prepare a plan to market your campus to the community. Meet with community agencies concerning available services and funds