Who is it for?
Foundations of School Leadership (FSL) is designed to support teacher leaders from across South Carolina. The program will help participants further develop instructional leadership by offering personalized learning opportunities in conjunction with varied informational resources. Activities are centered around the SCDE’s Priorities of Personalization, Collective Leadership and Equitable Access to Effective Instruction.
What does it look like?
Teacher leaders enrolled in FSL will have opportunities to reflect on their leadership style while adding to their leadership repertoire. Session time includes best practices, team capacity building and instructional leadership strategies. Participants will personalize their learning outcomes by creating/working on a plan that will positively impact their school. Teacher leaders will check in with their principal throughout the program to reflect on the plan.
What are participants saying?
“The participation in FSL empowered me to be a teacher leader. Furthermore, FSL gave me the tools to communicate and plan effectively on my goals for the school.”
“I am included in the decision-making process regarding the logistics of scheduling, professional development, and placement. I also have gained more experience with coaching, creating programs, and creating opportunities for teachers to grow as leaders.”
“It helped me to see other perspectives and understand how all roles at a school are important to the end goal.”
“Greater empathy and confidence.”
“My participation in FSL helped me to become a more reflective leader.”
What do you need to know?
Foundations of School Leadership (FSL) is four two-day sessions (eight days total) conducted during the school year.
There is no fee for this course as outlined on the application. The school/district is responsible for participant travel. Lunch/lodging (if applicable) are not provided by FSL. Each session runs from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm with a lunch break. Principal permission for participation is required prior to session one. Attendance for all eight days is mandatory to complete the program. Successful program completion earns recertification credit.
South Carolina Department of Education memo
Contact: Keasha Grant ksgrant@ed.sc.gov or Dr. Roshonda Frazier rfrazier@ed.sc.gov
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