SAM First Responder Process… Empowering others so the principal can increase instructional focus

SAM First Responder Process… Welcome and Introductions Workshop Facilitators Brenda Anderson Rick Delagardelle

Name /Role School Location / Size / Grade Span A SAM school for ___ Years? What do you hope to learn in this presentation? SAM First Responder Process… SAM Participant Introductions

SAM First Responder Process… Success Today Is To … Identify the components of the First Responder Process Share and discuss ideas to enhance successful implementation of the First Responder Process Plan next steps to grow your school’s First Responder Process Answer questions to your satisfaction

SAM First Responder Process… Why is the Process Important? … Supports the principal’s focus on instructional improvement Provides efficient, effective, and quick response to students, staff and parents Builds leadership capital within the school Builds a professional learning community in which responsibilities are shared

SAM First Responder Process… Implementation Develop the First Responder List (Fab 5 +) Invite the First Responders: “The Ask” Train the First Responders Close the Loop Communicate the Process to All Audiences Support First Responders

SAM First Responder Process… Developing/Growing the List What areas have already been identified and assigned to others? What issues interrupt the principal daily? Who is already doing management work? Who is available to assist with management work? Who has the skills and knowledge required for a specific area?

SAM First Responder Process… “The Ask” Explain why you need help Share your “Teachable Point of View” Would you help me be a better instructional leader? Ask, don’t tell Would you take the first shot at solving specific management issues? You would be responsible for trying, not solving.

SAM First Responder Process… Training First Responders What are the responsibilities and expectations? When to refer to the principal? (Hand back) What Would the Principal Do (WWPD) Communication Skills (validation, what we can do, ask don’t tell) Principal and FR determine communication protocols What does the principal want/need to know? How is the information shared? Close the Loop

SAM First Responder Process… Communicating the Process to … PTA, open house, curriculum events, school council Website, newsletters, school handbook Office posters Staff meetings Business partners Other opportunities

SAM First Responder Process… Monitoring / Supporting the Process Is your First Responder Process working well ? Do First Responders receive coaching and feedback ? Feedback: Directive Feedback: Non-Directive Feedback: Celebration What would the First Responders say about their roles ? If you wanted to change something, what would it be?

SAM First Responder Process… Any Questions ? Share an idea that you heard today that you will use in your school to enhance your school’s First Respodonder Process.

May Your Days be Always Green SAM First Responder Process… Thank You for Your Efforts!!