1. Interview with Jay Elementary School Principal Chris Hollingsworth EDU 585 Cultivating Leadership

2. Initiatives Implemented by Mr. Hollingsworth Professional Development o Response to Intervention Workshop o In-service Training for teachers o Analysis of Students’ Data Workshop

3. Implementation of “Good Citizen” Award Characteristics of Award: o Award is given to elementary school children who have been: 1.Good to friends 2.Polite to others 3.Helpful to others Positive Outcomes: o Students believe they can be successful o Students’ grades improve

4. Insights Gained in Career As Principal Reculturing the School to achieve collaboration: o By doing honest talk o By doing the tough talk As Assistance Principal: o Really get to know the kids o It’s always about the kids needs

5. Reflecting on Mr. Hollingsworth as a School Leader Characteristics of Mr. Hollingsworth Effective Leadership Style o Initiatives Show Moral Purpose 1.Students’ learning success comes first o Appreciate the Implementation Dip o Authoritative and Democratic