The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

2010 CSUSA Annual Principals’ Institute

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

Essential Questions:

How is bravery related to putting students

first?

How did eBay demonstrate this value?

How does CSUSA demonstrate this value?

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

Change is inevitable, growth is optional.

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The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

• eBay set an aggressive 5 year goal

• CSUSA set an aggressive growth plan tied to non-negotiable goals

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

CSUSA set an aggressive growth plan tied to non-negotiable goalsAchievement Goals

1. 100% of teachers will use formative (CSUSA Benchmarks, Teacher created, Weekly Skills Assessments, etc ) and summative (CSUSA Benchmarks, FARE, DRA, DAR, FCAT, SAT-10, End of Course exams, SAT, ACT and AP Exams) assessments to provide timely and specific feedback and drive instruction on a continuous basis .

2. 100% of students obtaining level “4” will maintain or increase to a level “5” on the FCAT.

3. 100% of seniors who are continuously enrolled during their senior year will graduate.

4. 100% of students will set and achieve their personal learning goals

5. 100% of students will meet or exceed proficiency on state specific accountability assessments.

The Power of ManyBe brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

CSUSA set an aggressive growth plan tied to non-negotiable goalsInstructional Goals

100% of teachers will implement the CSUSA Educational Model through meeting the following goals:

• 100% implementation of GVC• 100% of teachers will use the SIS lesson planning tools to implement

the instructional design questions articulated in the Art and Science of Teaching

• 100% of teacher will use effective instructional techniques as outlined by Marzano within The Art & Science of Teaching and noted on the CSUSA walk-thru form

• 100% of our instructional staff will provide academic opportunities to meet individual needs of all students.

• 100% of schools will participate in STRIVE activities/programs and ensure evidence is visible (bulletin boards and STRIVE heroes)

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

Goals should be big, hairy, and audacious

• Clearly state end goal to create a platform• Declare your intention• Use the goal to energize and inspire• Break down the goal

“You can break down a big goal, but you can not make a small goal big.”

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

Write “stretch goals” like a fly fisherman

• Important to put the goal right in front of their path

• Difficulty in putting the goal not to far or not to close

• Motivate people to reach and grab goal• Engage people in the good work – reel them in

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

Gain strength and confidence from other’s

experiences.

• Be transparent

• Keep everyone updated on progress

• Initiate and motivate the actions needed to achieve the goal

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

How can everyone see that everyone is working hard and that all that we are asking is hard, but it’s worth doing!

• Keep people focused• Continuously develop and train people• Foster individual accountability• Continually reinforce positive outcomes

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

Courage is enabled by and empowers every other value

• Courage to act• Courage to listen to what others think of your

ideas

The Power of ManyBe brave. Most things worth doing are

hard.

“Figure out the worst thing that could

realistically happen and then move forward.”

The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

• What was hard this year?

• Admit your mistakes/challenges

• Be mentally tough to get past/conquer

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The Power of Many

Be brave. Most things worth doing are hard.

Essential Question:

How is bravery related to putting students first?

Activity Worksheet• Even though we are performing well, what’s not working or can be improved

in your school?• What will you do in the next year to lead your team to the next level? How

will it be significantly different from what you've done in the last two years? • What is your communication strategy as a leader? • What are your communication beliefs?• How have you evolved as a leader in the last year?• What insights have you gained about your talents and strengths? • What talents or strengths do you rely on most in your daily life as a leader?• What makes you passionate about your school? About your role or work? • How can you use your passion to drive growth?• What are the greatest challenges you face? • What are the challenges facing your team?• Fill in the blank: "I can't imagine my school without [person's name]."