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WelcomeEmerging Leaders

November 28, 2012

Norms

Begin and end on time

Equity of Voice

What is said here, stays here

Listen and speak with an open mind

What is important to you as a leader?

What would others say is important to you as a

leader?

Aligning Values and Actions

Read Pages 93-104

My Values and Beliefs

Values are deeply held views of what we find worthwhile. These are associated with that which we appreciate, respect, or cherish. They come from many sources: parents, religion, schools, peers, people we admire, customs, and traditions.

~CampbellJones, CampbellJones, Lindsey

Characteristics of Exemplary Leadership

Work independently at an area around the room.

Read the statements in your envelope.

Place them in the order of importance as a leader (top- most important, bottom- less important)

LeadershipKouzes and Posner

Model the WayFind your voice by clarifying your personal values.Set the example by aligning actions with shared values.

Inspire a Shared VisionEnvision the future by imagining exciting and ennobling activities.Enlist others in a common vision by appealing to shared aspirations.

Challenge the ProcessSearch for opportunities by seeking innovative ways to change, grow and improve.Experiment and take risks by constantly generating small wins and learning from mistakes.

Enable Others to ActFoster collaboration by promoting cooperative goals and building trust.Strengthen others by sharing power and discretion.

Encourage the HeartRecognize contributions by showing appreciation for individual excellence.Celebrate the values and victories by creating a spirit of community.

The Five Practices and Ten Commitments of Exemplary Leadership – Kouzes and Posner

Reflected on ourselves as leaders

Which “commitment” is the one you feel most consistent in as a leader?

Which “commitment” do you find most difficult to demonstrate consistently as a leader?

Which commitment are you most committed to working on as a leader?

Did anything on the list surprise you? If so, what?

Which commitment is not on the list that you think should be added?

How might you you use the the 10 Commitments of

Leadership with your staff?

Whom do you trust?

Which of the following group do you trust the most? The least? Car dealers Corporate executives Doctors Police Officers Lawyers Fire Fighters Politicians Teachers

Why might this be?

What is trust? What builds trust?

What is trust? How do you describe it?

What builds trust? What can you do to ensure trust exists?

My Leadership Values

Select your top Leadership Value (Front – Big Letters)

Think about where you got this from.( Front –small letters)

How will you show others that these values are important to you? (Back of note card)

Scenario

You are the new Assistant principal at Howard School. You notice in your first few weeks, that a paraeducator routinely comes in 30 minutes before the official start of the work day. However, she frequently leaves with the kids when the busses leave. One day in October, you over hear other members of the school staff discussing how they feel it is unfair that the paraeducator leaves before contractual hours almost everyday. What are the steps you would take to resolve this problem?