District Level Leaders Sessions

Deeper Learning Pathway: Leadership

Session 1: Introduction to the Future-Focused Instructional Framework

  • Intended Audience: District Level Leaders

  • Description: Characteristics and qualities that benefit society, as well as the care for the wellbeing of oneself and others, may be the most important of all skills because they are valued in all aspects of life, from the home to workplace, the community and beyond. These are the qualities and skills that employers, parents, in-laws, and community organizers will all appreciate far more than how well one can add or how many words per minute a person can type. Three primary skill sets (Basic Cognitive, Interpersonal, Self-Leadership) intersect with one another to form three sub-sets (Higher Cognitive; Digital, Technology & Communication; Social & Wellbeing). The interrelationship of these skill domains combine to illustrate the Future-Focused Instructional FrameworkTM and provide a guide to innovative teaching and learning that will provide ALL students with the skills to succeed in the future.

  • Presenter: Dr. Bill Daggett

Session 2: Navigating the Future: The Essential Role of Foresight in Education

  • Intended Audience: District Level Leaders

  • Description: In the face of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), traditional education planning and decision-making are becoming increasingly inadequate and are causing teacher frustration and students to disengage. It is crucial for educators to evolve and proactively shape a better future for their students. This is where foresight comes in. Join Ray McNulty in a future-focused session that explores the importance of foresight in education and learn some helpful strategies for shaping the future of learning.

  • Presenter: Ray McNulty

Session 3: Creating a Future-Focused Culture: A Recipe for Success that Increases Achievement

  • Intended Audience: District Level Leaders

  • Description: Are teachers passionate about working at your district? Are students ambassadors of the mission and vision? Do parents brag about the programs and initiatives that are offered to the school community? Highly effective leaders master the art of analyzing culture and climate and create a comprehensive plan to empower their organizations. This interactive session provides a step-by-step process of practical strategies that transform dysfunction and create a future-focused culture. Join Robert in a fun and collaborative hands-on experience that inspires leaders to facilitate a bold, systemwide plan to change hearts and minds.d learning approach can flourish within and across district contexts. MO Framework CBL Elements to be discussed:

  • Presenter: Dr. Robert Peters

Guest Experts

Bill Daggett

Bill Daggett
Founder
Successful Practices Network and the International Center for Leadership in Education

Bill Daggett is the founder of both the Successful Practices Network and the International Center for Leadership in Education. He recently co-chaired the AASA LEARNING 2025: National Commission for Student-Centered, Equity-Focused, Future-Driven Education.

Dr. Daggett is recognized worldwide for his proven ability to move preK-12 education systems towards more rigorous and relevant skills and knowledge for all students. For 30 years, he has crisscrossed our nation, as well as the industrialized world, to lead school reform efforts to effectively prepare students for their future.

Raymond J McNulty

Raymond J. McNulty
President
National Dropout Prevention Center and the Successful Practices Network

Raymond J. McNulty is the President of the National Dropout Prevention Center (NDPC), and the Successful Practices Network SPN). An educator since 1973, Ray has been a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and superintendent. In 2000, Ray was honored by his peers as Vermont’s Superintendent of the Year. From 2001-03, he served as Vermont's education commissioner.

Ray is a presenter at the state, national, and international levels on the need for school systems to accept the challenges that lie ahead. He is committed to raising performance standards for both teachers and students and to building solid connections between schools and their communities. Ray believes strongly that education systems cannot wait for the children and challenges to arrive at school; rather, schools need to reach out and help forge solutions.

Dr. Robert Peters

Dr. Robert Peters
Chief Academic Officer and Chief Academic Officer
Successful Practices Network and the Nation Dropout Prevention Center

Dr. Robert Peters is the Senior Vice President and Chief Academic Officer at Successful Practices Network and the Nation Dropout Prevention Center. He currently works with school systems to strategically plan comprehensive solutions that empower academic success. Robert strongly believes in the power of relationships and has effectively worked with educators across the United States in rural, suburban and some of the largest urban districts including Miami-Dade County and Atlanta Public Schools.

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