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In this episode, Bob talks with Dr. Robb Virgin, Assistant Superintendent for Eden Prairie Public Schools, about their "Future Ready LeadershipFramework." This approach to leadership, which focuses on inclusion, adaptiveness, and daily action, was created in response to the ambitious goals set by the district's strategic plan and academic vision. The framework is designed to be durable, applicable to all levels of leadership, and rooted in service to students and The district started a leadership development program to prepare for future leadership. They started by identifying core values and mapping out the existing leadership structure. Then, they created simulations to practice leadership skills and self-assessments to identify areas for growth. Dr. Virgin speaks to challenges and successes and how to make it personal, identify core values, and focus on authenticity and community in the process The framework focuses on three areas: instructional leadership, system leadership, and human-centered leadership. Virgin emphasizes the importance of Coherence, Actionability, and Personalization in making the framework effective and usable for staff. He also shares a useful tool for promoting continuous learning and grounding ideas in the framework.
By Bob McDowellIn this episode, Bob talks with Dr. Robb Virgin, Assistant Superintendent for Eden Prairie Public Schools, about their "Future Ready LeadershipFramework." This approach to leadership, which focuses on inclusion, adaptiveness, and daily action, was created in response to the ambitious goals set by the district's strategic plan and academic vision. The framework is designed to be durable, applicable to all levels of leadership, and rooted in service to students and The district started a leadership development program to prepare for future leadership. They started by identifying core values and mapping out the existing leadership structure. Then, they created simulations to practice leadership skills and self-assessments to identify areas for growth. Dr. Virgin speaks to challenges and successes and how to make it personal, identify core values, and focus on authenticity and community in the process The framework focuses on three areas: instructional leadership, system leadership, and human-centered leadership. Virgin emphasizes the importance of Coherence, Actionability, and Personalization in making the framework effective and usable for staff. He also shares a useful tool for promoting continuous learning and grounding ideas in the framework.