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In her latest President's Corner column, Gladys Cruz discusses the importance of nurturing future administrators to create more diverse pools of candidates for leadership roles. Discover her insights on fostering equitable opportunities and building a stronger educational leadership pipeline. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKbarir6 #AASAMag #EducationalLeadership

💡 As we celebrate #NationalPrincipalsMonth, it’s important to highlight the need for a high-quality, diverse principal pipeline. Research by the Wallace Foundation shows that strong, effective school leadership is a key factor in student success, especially for students of color. However, developing and sustaining this pipeline requires intentional efforts – recruiting diverse talent, providing robust professional development, and ensuring equitable access to leadership opportunities. Investing in diverse school leaders is an investment in the future of education. Learn more about the steps we can take to build a diverse principal pipeline in our blog post here: https://edtru.st/3U2s4ol

I am glad more spaces are being created for people to acquire additional tools to be effective leaders in our communities. Especially as we continue to see destructive and regressive movements at the local and state levels across the country. In partnership with Howard University: "The [NSBA] Boards Governance and Strategic Leadership Academy will bolster support for effective governance in K-12 schools by addressing policy development, budgeting, and superintendent/strategic planning evaluation. Executive coaching is available for interested participants. Participants will engage with superintendents, school board leaders, and Howard University faculty to explore problems of practice and learn in an engaging environment." https://lnkd.in/efmBfAFK

🌟 The Power of Partnerships: The Benefits of Association Membership for Schools🌟 Beaulieu Convent School we believe that education thrives through #collaboration and #community. Our membership in respected educational associations—such as CATHOLIC INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS' CONFERENCE Independent Schools Association (ISA) The Society of Heads Independent Schools Council —along with our close engagement with #CYPES and the Education Team in #Jersey, brings significant benefits to our entire school community: leaders, staff, and, most importantly, our students. Here’s how these partnerships enrich us: 1. Strengthening Our School Community Associations like the Independent Schools Association (ISA) and the Independent Schools Council (ISC) connect Beaulieu to a network that shares best practices, offers professional development, and advocates for high-quality, values-driven education. These partnerships keep us grounded in excellence and open new avenues for growth. 2. Supporting Leadership Development Guidance from The Society of Heads, CISC (Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference), and CYPES is invaluable to our leadership team. These connections support us with insights on governance, policy, and strategic planning, empowering us to lead confidently in a dynamic educational landscape. 3. Empowering and Inspiring Staff Through our association memberships and engagement with the Jersey Education team, our staff benefit from training, resources, and collaboration with peers in other schools. This professional development ensures our staff remain at the forefront of educational practices, bringing fresh ideas and high standards into their classrooms to inspire and engage our students. 4. Expanding Opportunities for Students These partnerships provide a wide range of opportunities for our students, including academic competitions, sports events, and cultural exchanges. Such experiences build character, encourage teamwork, and expose students to diverse perspectives, enriching their learning journey and building skills for life. At Beaulieu, these associations and local partnerships are more than just memberships—they are a commitment to continuous growth, shared excellence, and an enriching educational environment for all. #BeaulieuSchool #EducationalExcellence #SchoolLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentOpportunities

Gain valuable advice from three GW Educational Leadership & Administration program alumni. Discover their top 5 tips for aspiring principals and educational leaders. Read now!

Although critical to student success, strong school leader retention alone won’t ensure educational equity for all. Developing a robust leadership pipeline is equally important — especially when it comes to providing adequate representation within the school building. To this end, perhaps no other team member plays a more important role than the AP. But when it comes to effectively understanding and developing these leaders, there are often more questions than answers. For an in-depth look at topics including the specifics of the role, APs’ capacity to influence academic achievement, and how we can help align them for long-term success, read The Wallace Foundation's “The Role of Assistant Principals: Evidence and Insights for Advancing School Leadership” report now. https://lnkd.in/g42fGNkm

“A leader who takes care of their people, who stays focused on the wellbeing of the organisation can never fail “ (George J Flynn- US Marine Corp.) With research showing an 85% burnout rate in schools, and the annual horrific Principal Occupational Health and Wellbeing rsesearch showing the personal health toll of leading a school, it’s little wonder the leadership pipeline is drying up. No amount of frameworks, blueprints, online resources or EAP reviews will address this. We must have a dual approach to creating effective and sustainable leadership practices. The approach need to be “Systems and People”. 1) governments must invest to ensure the resources, policies, systems and tools serve school leaders to meet the needs of students. That investment must include research evidenced programs that ensure effective and sustainable leadership practices. 2) school leaders must train/learn to implement and model effective and sustainable leadership practices to create a new professional culture that inspires aspirational leaders. Either approach on their own results in sub-optimal teaching and leadership performance, and in turn denies students the opportunity achieve their potential.

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📚 Just finished reading an insightful article on choosing a school board president. It's like picking the captain of a ship - a critical decision that sets the tone for the entire journey. Some key takeaways: - The importance of selecting the right leader for a local board of education - Different ways boards choose their president, and the implications of each method - Characteristics to look for in an effective leader, and why they matter - The expectations and considerations that come with board leadership What's been your experience with board leadership selection? Any thoughts on what makes a great leader in this context? Share your insights! #boardleadership #schoolboard #educationleadership https://lnkd.in/gj9ZfVf3

🏃♀️ CharterFolk on the Move 🏃♂️ Check out the new edition of "CharterFolk on the Move," an update provided by Mollie Mitchell about CharterFolk taking on new positions of leadership within the movement. #CharterFolk #leadership #edleadership