School Improvement Leadership Academy
Overview
The School Improvement Leadership Academy (SILA) is a six-month leader development program designed to enhance the professional growth of school leaders. This comprehensive, evidence-based program, grounded in improvement science provides school leadership teams with the skills and tools to facilitate effective school improvement processes. SILA supports principals, assistant principals, and teacher leaders as they design, plan, and implement continuous improvement strategies that address problems of practice.
Academy Goals
Enhance Equity Leadership: Build the knowledge and capacity of school leadership teams to lead with an equity-driven approach.
Strengthen Improvement Leadership: Deepen the understanding and skills of leaders in driving school improvement efforts.
Improve Planning & Implementation: Equip leaders with the strategies to develop and implement high-quality school improvement plans effectively.
Expected Outcomes
Improved Leadership Practices: Participants will develop stronger, more effective leadership approaches aligned with school improvement objectives.
Equity Audit Proficiency: Leaders will be able to conduct, interpret, and utilize equity audits to inform decision making and improve school equity practices.
High-Quality School Improvement Plans: Participants will create and implement more effective, data-driven school improvement plans that lead to tangible results.
Advancement of School Performance Goals: Leaders will use improvement science tools to progress toward meeting school performance goals.
Design & Conduct PDSA Cycles: Participants will design, implement, and assess PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) cycles to monitor and refine continuous improvement efforts.
Program Structure
The SILA initiative combines theoretical learning with practical application, ensuring that participants gain the knowledge and skills to effectively lead improvement efforts in their schools. Each participant will engage in hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and individualized coaching to support their development throughout the program.
Pricing Information
General Price
- $2,000 per person
Network Member Price
- $1,500 per person