Why is inhouse professional development tough for school leaders? Not anymore if you read my latest blog post! ⬇ An important factor that will determine your success as a professional is your capacity to grow the skills of all your staff. Many schools dedicate time each week, often after school, for staff development. Some even have early-release days to create more space for growth. International schools frequently allocate up to ten days throughout the year for in-house PD. And you are in the privileged position to deliver some of that PD! But how do you ensure your in-house PD truly makes an impact? And how do you create lasting change? In my latest blog post, I share strategies for designing in-house PD sessions that maximize your time with staff and drive meaningful, lasting impact. Click here for my post: https://bit.ly/3XgV3HB Remember, engaging school staff in professional learning is a skill you can develop! I’m Aubrey Curran and I offer professional development in leadership effectiveness that does just this! about my trainingsCurious to learn more? https://bit.ly/3VGfJb0... #InternationalEducation #SchoolLeadership #facilitationskills #inhousepd

🌟 Empowering School Leadership: The Key to Thriving Educational Communities! 🌟 I recently reviewed a study and it reinforced that effective leadership is not just about authority—it’s about creating a positive, supportive environment where educators and students can flourish. By prioritizing empathy, ethical behavior, and continuous development, we can build resilient, motivated teams and vibrant learning spaces. Let’s lead with purpose and transform our schools for the better! ✨ #Leadership #HR #Strategy #PositiveChange #EducationTransformation

‘Moving from Me to We’ Series: Growing middle leadership capacity, collaboration and care at the heart of our schools 1. The new series explained Following on from ‘The Importance Of’ series I posted earlier this year, which reflected on ten strands of school leadership, I am pleased to launch my next series this autumn. ‘Moving from Me to We’ builds on a webinar I presented last year for ASCL senior leaders that explored why greater collaboration in schools is important, and how it might be encouraged. It certainly isn’t easy, but building this collaborative mindset is worth the effort. The webinar was thought-provoking to write, drawing on contemporary research from education and beyond, with a healthy dose of my own thoughts and experiences as a senior leader. It went well and the ideas continue to shape our conversations at Oakham School. My intention is to focus on one key finding or insight from the webinar each post, to create a series that acts as a regular prompt for middle and senior leaders in schools - or any dynamic organisation - to pause and reflect for a moment. Do share your insights, it is always great to hear whether you agree or disagree and your context. Insight 1: Four arenas of collaboration The title ‘Me to We’ can be interpreted in various different ways, and as the slides show I propose there are four arenas to focus on. Collectively I feel they bridge the divide that can exist between middle and senior leaders, a divide that is problematic if left unaddressed. Depending on your role, you may well have a different opinion as to why this gap exists, but whatever your perspective, efforts to bridge it from the top-down and the bottom-up are wise. This series will shed light on approaches that can help. Next post: What does Hattie say on the matter? Association of School and College Leaders #schoolleadership #efficacy #collaboration #middleleaders #slt #decisionmaking #perspective #learningcommunities #schools

**Celebrating Teachers, Honoring the guiding light : The Architects of Growth and Leadership** As leaders, we often reflect on the pivotal moments and individuals who shaped our journey. Today, on Teacher’s Day, I want to honor the educators and mentors who have not only imparted knowledge but also instilled values of leadership, integrity, and resilience. Great teachers don’t just teach subjects—they cultivate critical thinking, foster innovation, and encourage us to challenge the status quo. Their influence extends far beyond the classroom, guiding us to lead with purpose and empathy. Whether they were traditional teachers, mentors, or colleagues, their impact has been instrumental in shaping the way we approach challenges, decisions, and opportunities in our day to day life. Today, let's not only celebrate them but also reflect on how we, as leaders, can continue to teach, mentor, and inspire others to grow. Happy Teacher’s Day to all those who continue to educate, inspire, and shape the future of leadership. Your work is the foundation of progress. #TeachersDay #Leadership #Mentorship #ContinuousLearning #Gratitude --

Elevate Your Leadership: Transformative Strategies for All Educational Settings! 🔗 https://wix.to/r9OUM55 Looking to enhance your leadership and boost team productivity? My latest article offers eight impactful strategies that can be applied across educational settings. Whether in early childhood education, K-12, or higher education, these actionable insights will help you foster a thriving, effective environment. 🌟 Key Takeaways: Embed a clear and inspiring vision Develop effective listening protocols Embrace incremental improvements for big results 👉 Read the full article to discover how these strategies can transform your approach and drive success in your educational setting! #Leadership #Education #TeamProductivity #ProfessionalDevelopment #EdLeadership Follow me for more insights: #EducationToday #LeadershipHub #EdInnovators

In some of my pedagogical training, we’ve discussed the Power of Yet, a concept that I think has gone under the radar. I recently encountered it again in leadership classes and love that this is making its way into organizational discourse more broadly. The Power of Yet is about a growth mindset, which many leaders don’t understand…yet. When we think of growth mindset, we think it means having goals and growth plans for the future and making decisions that set us up for it. Sound familiar? A growth mindset is deeper than a future outlook and vision. It’s the way we talk and walk and view our capabilities - as individuals, as leaders, as teams. What we can’t do, we can’t do YET. What we don’t have, we don’t have YET. This small little word has made a big impact on students in academia as well as professionals looking to level up. What’s your YET? #leadership #motivation #inspirationalquotes

[INVOLVEMENT DURING STUDY, IMPORTANT OR NOT?] During the current semester, my peers and I were tasked with developing a program centered around the theme of leadership. We have chosen to address the topic of "Navigating Success In Every Minute." This is for our core subject which is Leadership Communication. Throughout the duration of this program, the speaker emphasized that effective leadership entails the skillful balance of one's academic pursuits and co-curricular activities. A good leader have to know how to manage and balance their life. This involves not only excelling academically but also engaging in activities outside the traditional classroom setting such as sport, clubs and etc. In conclusion, being an active and great leader during your studies is a holistic investment in your personal and professional development.  Such engagement facilitates the acquisition of invaluable skills, serves as a gateway to diverse opportunities, and establishes the path for a prosperous future. Hence, students are encourage to be active during their study to develop themselves to become better. #leadershipdevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth

"This training had a powerful impact on me, my students, and the feeling of connection in the classroom." To get the best out of people, they have to know you truly care. When we experience a genuine sense that someone cares, we can feel connected, empowered, and safe. When leaders slow down to connect and build positive emotional environments, they co-create an environment that supports not just the individual, but also the collective. These skills give every person in the space an opportunity to be part of the culture creation and how they are going to individually and collectively play a role in ensuring each other feels a certain way. It shows that the professor cares, not just about them as students of the subject matter, but more importantly about their evolution and growth as humans, breaking through the barrier of subject matter and creating a space where humans come together to grow and support one another. How do you connect with those you lead and show them that you truly care? #Education #EmotionalIntelligence #Leadership #PositiveEnvironments #EmpoweredLearning #HigherEducation

In the Leader in Me program, the paradigm that "everyone is a leader" is fundamental to its philosophy. This paradigm embodies several practices and today we share 3 of those; 1. Leadership as Influence: Leader in Me teaches that leadership is not limited to formal positions of authority, but rather, it is about influence. Students learn that they have the power to positively influence others through their actions, words, and example, regardless of their age or role. 2. Potential in Everyone: The program emphasizes the belief that every individual possesses unique talents, strengths, and potential for leadership. Students are encouraged to discover and develop their strengths, and to recognize and appreciate the strengths of others. 3. Personal Responsibility: Leader in Me promotes the idea that leadership begins with personal responsibility. Students learn to take ownership of their choices, actions, and attitudes, and to understand that they are accountable for the outcomes they achieve. _____________________ We are open to partnering with your school to support your student leaders lead diligently. Even if a student is shy, it does not mean that they cannot be a leader. So, it is important to invest in them to help them develop their leadership potential. Send us a DM today. ♻️Repost this if you have learned something. #leadership #leaderinme #schools #cemm