Darryl J. Ford and other participants reflect on their time at The Well: A Collective of Support and Resources for Leaders of Color in Independent Schools. CS&A launched this institute for the very first time this summer. It proved to be a success and provided deep and meaningful tools and connections for the group.
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After CS&A hosted its inaugural institute for high-performing board chairs and heads of school this summer, the need to discuss governance continues. In this thought piece from Search Consultant and experience head, Mike Truesdell, a proven approach to the essential partnership between boards and heads is addressed with key takeaways that are a must-read!
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Explore the critical role of discernment in Catholic school leadership. While effective discernment
methods vary among leaders, all Catholic school leaders must cultivate a discerning disposition free
from attachments to popularity, wealth, or power.
When crafting a résumé for an international headship search, stand out from other candidates by communicating your accomplishments and results.
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On a daily basis, independent school leaders are often faced with the challenge of prioritizing the many responsibilities involved with running a school. For example, taking the time to learn more about the students. Mike Truesdell draws on experience and offers some sage advice on how to find ways to engage with students while balancing the demands of being a president/head of school.
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Former Holton-Arms Head of School, Susanna Jones, discusses the inspiring role of being a girls' school leader along with other valuable quotes and anecdotes from other respected girls' school heads from across the United States.
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