This is a necessary, but insufficient aspect of school and community leadership, in which roles are being redefined, and the job and demands are larger than in most corporations. Each event begins with an overview of our focus and goals for the gathering, followed by an innovative means of getting participants acquainted with one another. This is followed by a keynote and ample time to reflect in small groups on the presentation, and then ask questions of the presenter. An experiential activity is undertaken to help solidify new learning from the prior interaction.
Afternoons involve small group work, more intensive workshops and one culminating plenary activity.
Each evening, we offer a number of social options that take advantage of the exceptional surroundings in which the event is located. You will come away with new skills, a close network of like-minded peers, and a renewed sense of commitment to creating true learning communities. Given the interactivity and learner-centered approach of these events, much of what is addressed will be determined by you and other participants. Create climates that place all students' safety and success at the center of activity. Identifying and reclaiming alienated students, closing achievement gaps, and building cultural bridges requires new skills, relationships, and attitudes on the part of school and community leaders.