CheckBox Pro Series

I had a conversation with Steven Ward who is the Principal at Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary Academy. Steven has been intentional about his professional development and continues to invest in both himself and his team through strong and targeted PD.

He provides three metrics for assessing the value of a professional development opportunity.

1. Aligned to school's mission and vision
2. Aligned professional goals
3. What is the return on investment?

Check out our website at https://www.checkboxpro.com/resources to download a Professional Development Opportunity Assessment template.

He offers three tips for principals:

1. Find an organization that aligns with your personal values.
2. Choose joy.
3. Ask for help and seek out feedback from your team.

LINKS & RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Professional Development Opportunity Assessment template
• CheckBox Pro
• Missy Couch LinkedIn

Today we will be hearing from Kela Small. Kela is the Associate Partner of National Programs at Relay Graduate School, where she helps principals and their supervisors improve their instructional leadership skills.

Kela has been working in education since 2011 starting as a MS writing teacher, to academic dean, principal and now principal coach.

We are going to hear a bit more about her work as a principal coach, what she has learned about herself over the years, and how this has influenced the way she supports principals.

LINKS & RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Relay/GSE Leadership Programs
• CheckBox Pro
• Missy Couch LinkedIn