Transformed systems require transformational leadership
The transition from bureaucratically-defined education systems to dynamic learning organizations requires a new model of leadership development. We work with public school superintendents, independent school leaders, and teachers to develop and sustain effective, transformational leadership practices.
Our educational leadership offerings include year-long fellowships, shorter courses, seminars, and custom solutions tailored to your organization.
District Leadership Fellows Program
Leaders of school districts occupy complex roles. They're responsible for setting a vision, executing a strategy, and motivating those around them. To help superintendents and executive district leaders enhance their leadership capacity in these areas and beyond, the Institute for Leadership Impact developed the District Leadership Fellows program, which aims to provide district leaders with the tools and peer support they need to respond to their unique challenges more effectively. In this year-long program, participants have the chance to:
- Use leadership assessments to analyze and develop their leadership styles.
- Network with and learn from a diverse cohort of peers.
- Explore and develop their leadership strengths through experiential activities, an applied learning project, and peer feedback.
- Collaboratively reflect on challenges unique to their position.
- Apply what they have learned to a challenge within their districts and receive feedback from their cohort.
- Engage with a variety of SMU faculty and leading education experts.
Highlights from this year's cohort are featured in our blog including items on Leading in Times of Crisis, Strategies for Sustaining Change and Leadership Coaching.
Interested in participating in the next cohort?
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For more information, download the flyer, visit our blog or email us at leadershipimpact@smu.edu.
District Partners
Aubrey ISD, Big Sandy ISD, Bullard ISD, Chapel Hill ISD (Titus County), Clarksville ISD, Clifton ISD, Community ISD, DeKalb ISD, Dodd City ISD, Elkhart ISD, Flatonia ISD, Harleton ISD, Harts Bluff ISD, Hawkins ISD, Jefferson ISD, La Poynor ISD, Lindale ISD, Mabank ISD , Mildred ISD, Mineral Wells ISD, New Boston ISD, New Summerfield ISD, North Hopkins ISD, Paradise ISD, Pewitt ISD, Quitman ISD, Sulphur Bluff ISD, Sulphur Springs ISD, Throckmorton ISD, Union Grove ISD, Van ISD, Wells ISD, Westwood ISD, and Whitehouse ISD
School and Classroom Leadership
The Center for Transformational Leadership (CTL), founded in partnership with Parish Episcopal Schools, provides a suite of flexible learning experiences to unite leaders with common interests.
To learn more and register for courses, visit the Center for Transformational Leadership website.
Custom Solutions for your Organization
Your goals and challenges are unique. That’s why we don’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach. We work with you to determine the best way to support you and your organization’s work. Our programs include an array of didactic, experiential, individual, and team-based leadership experiences, all tailored to help you create the impact you desire.
To learn more, contact the Institute for Leadership Impact at leadershipimpact@smu.edu or 214-768-4539.
