Tag: leadership
Support Your Team: Define The Relationship and Improve Communication
I have been both a team member and leader who was not clear on my role and responsibilities. Through our research and practice, we have found at least two strategies that can help clarify expectations and communication processes teams need to accomplish tasks. These strategies include: defining team roles and improving communication.
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What Can Paul Masson Wines Teach Us About School Systems?
I am not saying that the secret to effective schools is that people should drink more wine! However, I do think that schools and districts should not “serve” practices until they have the systems to support them, or the data to evaluate them.
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Expanding Our Lens: Conversation on Embracing Leadership and Change
As Kjirsten points out, there is a wisdom that comes from those who work the frontline, those who know what is happening and know the points of pain. The leadership that can be offered through this experience holds value and power. We have a unique position to serve as a liaison among the systems within the schools we serve. We hold the perspective of our students, their families, teachers, and paraprofessionals.
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Becoming SSW Leaders & Advocates: Announcing an Exciting SSWAA E-Conference Opportunity
Have you ever wondered how to expand your influence to truly transform systems, practices and/or policies at the micro, meso, and macro levels? Join us on February 6th from 5:30-9:00 pm EST for a unique learning opportunity to earn 3 CEU’s in a webinar titled Charting the Course for School Social Work Advocacy.
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