Leadership Development / Leadership Development Program

Leadership Development Framework

The framework guiding leadership development in APS focuses on the district’s Definition of Leadership Excellence and Leadership Readiness Criteria, the four pillars of leadership development, and signature programs that are helping to build a strong pipeline of future school leaders.

Guiding Framework: Definition of Leadership Excellence and Leadership Readiness Criteria

The foundation of all leadership development initiatives in APS is the district’s Definition of Leadership Excellence, which is built on six core domains:

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Four Pillars for Leadership Development

Informed by Adult Learning Theory as articulated by Malcolm Knowles (1980), APS has developed four pillars that shape the district’s approach to leadership development.

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Research-Based Program Development

APS’s leadership development programs are informed by a body of research that includes:

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Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

The APS Department of Leadership Development uses a comprehensive evaluation framework to measure the effectiveness of its programs.

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Signature Leadership Development Programs

APS has implemented a series of signature leadership development programs designed to build and sustain a robust pipeline of leaders at every level of the district.

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Building a Strong Principal Pipeline: Key Components from Wallace Foundation Research

The development of a strong principal pipeline is critical to fostering leadership that improves student achievement, teacher satisfaction, and school effectiveness.

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The Importance of Coaching, Mentoring, and Building a Leadership Bench

Coaching and mentoring are critical components of APS’s leadership development strategy. Research from the Wallace Foundation indicates that coaching is one of the most effective ways to support principal growth and retention.

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