1/18/2017 EXPLORING THE SUPERINTENDENCY February 1, 2017 Do it now. Sometimes “later” becomes “never.” CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Today’s Agenda 1. The Role of the Superintendent 2. YOU - as a leader of a school district – Values, mission, motivation – Leadership Strengths 3. Governance and Board Relationships – Politics and Culture 4. Resource Allocation 5. Student Achievement/Instructional Practice 6. Communication and community engagement and planning – Leading Change 7. Search Process – Resumes, application questions, cover letter, interviews with Board and Community 8. Your Action Plan Moving Forward CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 1
1/18/2017 Best Practices Across the Country ■ National: Council of School Superintendents – Superintendency as a Career, Facilities Management, Educational and Financial Leadership Roles of Superintendent, Governance and Board Relationships, Professional/Personal Challenges, Search Process ■ Texas ASA – Moral and aesthetic dimensions of leading a school district; developing clarity about the beliefs and values that lead to distinguished leadership ■ AASA – Year-long, application required, $6,000 – Knowing Yourself as Leader, Framing the Role of the Superintendent, Communication, Leadership, Governance and Board Relationships, Data- Driven Decision Making and Leadership, Balancing Leadership (Instructional v Operations), Human Capital and Leadership Development CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 AASA Aspiring Superintendent Framework CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 The U The Uniq ique ue Role le of of the the Superi Superint ntendent nt ■ Different job that includes everything from your previous work AND… – Board of Education management and relationships – Policy development and enforcement ■ State and Federal Laws – Responsibility for Improvement of Instruction and Student Outcomes – Responsibility for Allocation of Resources – Responsibility for relationships and communication with the Community and other external relationships – You are the face of the school district – Relationships with Internal Community: Principals, Faculty (including the union) and Administrative Staff ■ You are in charge! What you say gets quoted. What you do is watched and reported. What you wear, what you drive, who you talk to, how you look…yup. All of it. ■ The work gets done through relationships. ■ And…really…in the end…It is all about the Board. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 2
1/18/2017 To be or not to be a superintendent? Tool: Force Field Analysis Desir ired ch change: Be Beco come a a school s superintendent ■ Driving Forces ■ Restraining Forces ■ Prioritize ■ List actions to be taken CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 You make your life your own by understanding it. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Un Under derstanding y tanding your ur leadership s leadership style yle and strengths and strengths ■ In this section – Your personal vision – Your educational beliefs and values – Your leadership characteristics – Your ONE statement CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 3
1/18/2017 Cherokee Wisdom and Leadership ■ Clear Int Clear Intention – You must know what your purpose is and persist in its pursuit. ■ Skill Skillful Means l Means – You must have good methods and be skilled in their use. ■ Af Affirm rmation – Your task must have integrity, it must not clash with fundamental values, it needs support from the tribe and from your own heart. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Your personal values and beliefs ■ What do you believe about education? ■ What are your core values regarding education? ■ What are your deepest held beliefs and values that you would NEVER abandon or compromise? CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Your Personal Vision Statement ■ You can’t lead others unless you have a strong sense of who you are and what you stand for. ■ The template: – What value do you create? – Who are you creating it for? – What is the expected outcome? ■ Example: I use my passion and expertise in education to inspire teachers and communities to support learning for ALL students. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 4
1/18/2017 More introspection… ■ Consider these questions: 1. How are your beliefs evident in your life? 2. What is your leadership style? 3. How do you make decisions? 4. What qualifies you for a superintendent job? 5. What have you done in the past that connects? 6. What have been your most significant successes? 7. What is your leadership story? What significant life events shaped who you are? ■ Your ONE thing – your “brand” identity – Your one sentence that describes your purpose/mission in educational leadership – WHY are you leading? CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 There is never a good time for tough decisions. There will always be an election. You have to pick courage and do it. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Governance The Board of Education and The Superintendent Roles and Responsibilities (from CASB School Board Member Leadership Workbook) Supe Superi rintendent: 1. Serve as principal advisor to the board on all school district matters. 2. Serve as district executive of administrator responsible for board policies and directives. 3. Chief administrator of the district. School B ool Board : 1. Representative of the community in providing direction for district programs and ensuring the school system operates efficiently and effectively. 2. Concerns itself primarily with adopting policy, planning school service and evaluating the quality and effectiveness of district services. 3. Employs and evaluates the superintendent. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 5
1/18/2017 Superintendent and School Board Relationships Why invest the time? 1. Trust and understanding. 2. Shared vision focusing on student learning. 3. Understanding of roles and responsibilities. 4. Effective communication. 5. Decision making. 6. Community connections. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Politics Bolman/Deal’s Frameworks for Leadership Stru ructural al Human Human R Resources ■ Organization and clear structure ■ Support and empowerment of others ■ Tasks, Facts and logic ■ Responsive to needs of others ■ Clear lines of authority ■ Gains commitment and loyalty Po Politica tical Sy Symbolic ■ Special interests groups and agendas ■ Vision and inspiration are critical ■ Conflict and limited resources ■ Symbolism and ritual ■ Negotiations and compromises ■ Traditions and values embraced CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Lessons in Political Readiness from Stephen C. Joel, Supt. Lincoln Nebraska ( AASA School Administrator, 0ctober 2016) 1. Recognize there is no normal. 2. Advance work means everything. 3. Start internally and work outwards. 4. Calmly engage your community. 5. Hold to your principles. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 6
1/18/2017 We don’t have much budget. But there will be plenty of work coming your way. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Resource Allocation What is the superintendent’s role in resource allocation and budgeting? A budget is telling your Don't tell me what you money where to go value, show me your instead of wondering budget, and I'll tell you where it went. what you value. - Dave Ramsey -Joe Biden CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 Those who open school doors, close prisons. CASE Winter Leadership Conference February 2017 7
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