Grounded in the Wallace Foundation’s research, this session transforms change management from a source of friction into a catalyst for growth by scaffolding the structural, procedural, and cultural pillars of effective leadership. Leaders will move beyond "firefighting" to adopting a mindset of intentional stewardship, learning to protect teacher well-being while driving high-impact school improvements. Participants will leave with the foundation for developing the clarity and capacity to navigate complex transitions without the typical leadership burnout.
A school plan shouldn't feel like a compliance exercise. It should be the roadmap for success. This interactive session will bridge the gap between district goals and daily school building realities. School leaders will consider their school’s data trends and collaborate to translate these priorities into actionable and definable steps that can support growth.
This professional learning session focuses on strengthening instructional practices through meaningful feedback, reflection, and collaborative growth. Grounded in the division’s Compass to 2030 Strategic Action Agenda, participants will explore how consistent, actionable feedback can build teacher capacity, elevate student learning experiences, and support the development of strong academic foundations for every student. Through interactive discussions and practical strategies, school leaders will examine how feedback aligns daily instructional practices with division goals.
In this interactive session, participants will explore structures for monitoring student achievement and engaging teachers in ongoing, differentiated feedback conversations. Leaders will examine their current structures and consider how to anchor discussions in evidence and tailor support based on teacher readiness. Participants will also learn about one-on-one administrator, teacher, and coach collaboration structures designed to promote continuous growth and improved outcomes for both students and staff.
AI is more than a search engine or shortcut. It is your most available thought partner. In this hands-on session, watch AI tackle real administrative challenges live, explore an ethical framework built for school leaders, and leave with practical prompts you can use tomorrow. Compress time on cognitive tasks. Lead with greater clarity. Reserve your energy for the irreplaceable human work only you can do.
