Each group will determine the site for their monthly meetings, the time of day, and will select three topics from a menu based on the themes of the Institute. Each year participants will select one topic from each theme. Suggested topics for the 1999-2000 school year are listed below. Collegial groups with unique interests may request that other topics be addressed. The format of the program will be as described in this brochure, except that the program will operate for six months, beginning in November.
Collegial groups pick the location and the time of day for their meetings.
Resource persons will travel to those sites. Once collegial groups select topics, the ILI Director will seek out and select experts in each area. It is expected that individuals from local school districts, state agencies, community businesses, and regional universities will be involved, as well as persons of national reputation. A proposal has been sent to TASL, suggesting that the ILI be a sanctioned follow up to the November New Principals Leadership Academy, however no decisions have been made. The program cost is subsidized by the College of Business, which will match funds with individual participants.