In a highly interactive environment, principals refine their
leadership and management skills and revitalize their
personal vision of leadership. Through plenary sessions,
group discussions, and personal reflection, participants examine the
components of a good school and learn how to enhance the quality of
the school experience for everyone.
The program gives participants tools and strategies to become more flexible
and responsive to constantly changing school environments. It helps participants
assess the effectiveness of their leadership and strengthen their skills
and abilities, so they are poised to meet current and future challenges.
Benefits of Attending
By participating, you will:
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Investigate ways in which theory can be transformed into action
for improving achievement
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Develop the instructional leadership and management skills necessary for today's complex educational environment
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Learn how to effectively
support staff as they work on school improvement efforts
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Learn how to implement
and evaluate curriculum innovations
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Consider the importance
of student identity in creating a climate of achievement
for all students
- Examine the foundations of successful negotiation
- Explore ways to expand the resources available
to your school and utilize current resources more effectively
Who
Should Attend
The institute is designed for the experienced leader who wants to refine
or strengthen the skills necessary for school leadership.
Format
LEV includes a variety of teaching and
learning formats to ensure that participants derive the maximum benefit
from their interactions with faculty and with each other. The institute
is designed as an intensive and rigorous learning environment, therefore,
we recommend that participants
come prepared to commit themselves to
the goals of the Institute.
Large Group Presentations
In these sessions Harvard faculty and educational leaders, known for their
work in school leadership and school improvement, engage participants in
challenging and provocative perspectives on key Institute themes.
Follow-Up Activities
You will have opportunities to practice some of the techniques introduced in
the large group sessions and/or scrutinize the ideas and assumptions underlying
the presentations.
Process Groups
In ongoing groups facilitated by Institute Faculty, you will have the opportunity
to react to readings and speakers, discuss the implications of presentations,
establish networks, and learn to model a spirit of collegiality that is
supportive of professional growth.
Reflective Writing
Reflective practice is the cornerstone of professional growth and is an essential
part of LEV. You will keep a journal
responding to each day’s issues and discussions—reflecting your
thinking, experience, beliefs, and expectations. Through writing, you will
develop
the self-knowledge that supports able leadership.
Independent Reading
Prior to arrival in Cambridge, participants will receive a book list and a
pre-institute reading packet that will include required readings for
the first few days of the Institute. At registration the remainder of assigned
readings
will be handed out. The readings will address specific institute themes
from the perspectives of researchers
and practitioners. It is expected that all assigned articles will be read
prior to each day’s session.
Team Building
You will spend time participating in experiential workshops. In every activity,
you and your fellow participants will discover new modes of leadership, decision
making, creative problem solving, and further develop critical skills needed
for creating and sustaining strong leadership teams.
2008 Faculty Included
Christopher Dede
Timothy E. Wirth Professor in Learning Technologies, HGSE
Richard Elmore
Gregory R. Anrig Professor of Educational Leadership, HGSE
Ronald Ferguson
Faculty Co-Chair and Director of the Achievement Gap Initiative, Harvard University
Kurt Fischer
Director, Mind, Brain and Education Program, Professor of Education, HGSE
James Honan
Senior Lecturer on Education, HGSE
Norman Kunc & Emma Van der Klift
Consultants, Axis Consultation
Karen Mapp
Lecturer on Education, HGSE
Kim Marshall
Leadership Coach, New Leaders for New Schools
Katsuri Rangan
Professor, Director of Research, Harvard Business School
Earl Sasser
Baker Foundation Professor; UPS Foundation Professor of Service Management, Emeritus, Harvard Business School
Irma Tyler-Wood
Managing Partner and Founding Member, ThoughtBridge
General
Information
Application
Process
Participants will be selected based upon the match between their stated
objectives and the goals of the Institute. To maximize the learning
experience, the Institute aims to bring together as diverse a group
as possible.
Admission decisions are mailed within three weeks from the receipt of the application.
Program Fee
The comprehensive program fee covers tuition, instructional
materials, special events, 66 professional development points and
a one-year membership to The Principals' Center. Payment
(or a purchase order) must be received within
30 days of admission.
Cancellation
Policy
The Harvard Graduate School of Education reserves the right to cancel
the program at its discretion. In the unlikely case of program cancellation,
the school is not responsible for non-refundable travel arrangements
or other planning costs incurred.
Further
Information
If you have any questions about your application please contact us at 617-495-1825 or principals@gse.harvard.edu.
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