About the Lead Strong Program

Program Goals

  • Build leadership competencies aligned to T-PESS
  • Apply learning to real-time school challenges
  • Improve instruction, collaboration and student achievement
  • Develop a sustainable leadership pipeline

Program Structure

Learning Methods

  • Live Sessions
  • Self-Paced Modules
  • 1:1 Coaching
  • Real-Time Feedback
  • Quarterly District Check-ins

Four Core Learning Cycles

School Culture & Climate
(October – November)

Emphasizes vision building, culture shaping, and conflict navigation to foster a positive school environment.

School Culture & Climate

Instructional Leadership
(December - January)

Focuses on data-driven decisions, coaching skills, and equity-centered leadership to improve instructional outcomes.

Instructional Leadership

Community & Family Engagement Skills
(February – March)

Develops relationship cultivation, strategic communication, and inclusive leadership to engage community stakeholders.

Community & Family Engagement

Talent Development
(April – May)

Includes performance management, capacity building, and retention strategies to support staff growth and success.

Talent Development

Leadership Outcomes

  • Personalized Leadership Growth Plan
  • Refined Campus Improvement Framework
  • Proficiency in Data-driven Leadership
  • WHY LEAD STRONG?
    Principals often feel underprepared for instructional leadership and strategic planning. The Lead Strong Principal Academy bridges this gap with clarity, support and purpose.

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Eligibility & Registration

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