DISCOVER YOUR INSTRUCTIONAL VISION
OUR SIGNATURE APPROACH
Every school needs a customized strategic planning process. That's why we share our model and then work with you as you design a plan to fit your needs.
COMMUNICATION
Leaders must demonstrate and communicate values that align with the organization’s mission and vision to support change. An understanding of the organizational culture allows a district to leverage strengths and overcome challenges.
WHY?
If your staff no longer shares a vision for the district, if turnover is high, and you are lacking direction, you might be in need of a strategic plan. Let us help you get back on track and transform your school.
MEET YOUR VISIONING TEAM
Morris Lyon
Superintendent, Consultant
Morris Lyon is a current superintendent and has served in educational leadership for the past 17 years. He has served in many statewide organizations including the Texas Association of School Administrators, Texas Rural Education Association, Regional Education Service Center Advisory Boards, University Interscholastic League Waiver Board, and Western Governors University-Texas Advisory Board. He also serves as a clinical supervisor for Western Governors University’s teacher field experience and educational leadership.
One of his district’s campuses was just nominated as a 2019 Blue Ribbon School for closing the achievement gaps. Mr. Lyon was the 2014 Texas Rural Education Superintendent of the Year.
Stephanie McConnell
Principal, Consultant
Stephanie McConnell is a current principal in East Texas. She is an educational consultant and the face behind the website Principal Principles™. Stephanie has co-authored Morale Magic which is a book filled with ideas and printables you can use to boost your school's morale.
Her campus was recently nominated to receive The Blue Ribbon Award. The Blue Ribbon signifies exceptional student performance on state assessments.
2019 Texas Rural Education Association Principal of the Year
2015Renaissance Distinguished Educator
2014 National Distinguished Principal Finalist awarded by TEPSA
2009 Raise your Hand Texas Harvard Leadership Program
Our School: Nominated for Blue Ribbon Award!
Your vision detemines your future.
Your vision determines your future. If you have a vision, can you honestly say that it is connected to a strategic plan? Is your organization 100% engaged? Is the plan being rolled out across your organization? Most strategies fail in the implementation phase. Let us help you dramatically improve your process.
READY TO TAKE YOUR SCHOOL TO THE NEXT LEVEL?
INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING WORKSHOP INCLUDES...
READY-MADE MATERIALS SO YOU CAN TURN AROUND TRAINING
READY-MADE EDITABLE MATERIALS- Posters, Presentations, Implementation Calendars, and a Transformational Guidebook
Transformational Guide- approximately 60+ pages
Digital calendars for planning your instructional vision.
Receive our Planning Process Forms to use when preparing for your new instructional vision.
Receive our PRESENTATION! This is a Trainer of Trainer Session. You will receive ALL documents, files, posters, and forms so you easily turn around this training to your visioning team.
NEW ADDITION
NEW ADDITION
PRESENTER NOTES FOR TURN AROUND TRAINING
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE WITH LINKS TO VIDEOS AND FILES
My RTI System called W.I.N. (What I Need)
PRINCIPAL REFLECTION
See my RTI plan in action and get an editable copy to begin creating your own.
CONNECTED TO PRINCIPAL PERFORMANCE OF CRITICAL COMPONENTS OF EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS
WHO SHOULD TAKE THE COURSE
This is a Trainer of Trainer Session
DISTRICT LEVEL: RECOMMENDED
BRING YOUR DISTRICT LEVEL LEADERSHIP TEAM
This team will consist of your key players who will be trained to assist the district in transforming each campus into a higher-performing school. We suggest bringing someone from each campus. If not feasible, bring at least 3-4 visioning leaders.
CAMPUS LEVEL RECOMMENDED
BRING YOUR CAMPUS LEADERSHIP TEAM
This team will consist of at least 3-4 key players who will be trained to assist the Principal in transforming the campus leadership vision.
Example: Principal, Assistant Principal, Instructional Coach, Teacher Leaders
SINGLETONS
SINGLETONS- FLYING SOLO
We certainly understand you may not be able to bring all of your key players. This may be due to budget restraints or small school settings. We will work with you so you get a very successful experience so you can turn this training around whether it be district level or campus level.
WHAT WILL WE LEARN
All materials will be provided for easy turnaround training.
- Learn the process our district implemented to excel our student and teacher growth from being low performing to now being nominated for a Blue Ribbon Award.
- We will share with you our 4 Year Strategic Plan and help you build yours too.
- Each section of this training will be closely connected to TPESS- our state principal evaluation process.
- Be actively engaged in team building and hands-on exercises. You will be actively involved in the process. We believe in presenting in the same format in which we expect from our own teachers.
- Researched-based and proven successful!
- Handouts- Strategic Planning Process, SWOT, Turnaround Activities, TPESS reflections, High Impact Instructional Strategies, Visioning Process, Smart Goals, and so much more!
- Learn how to maximize your school's resources so you can plan for the upcoming year.
- Take our ideas and make them your own. It has great flexibility. Customize our model to fit your campus and district.
WHY IS THIS TRAINING RELEVANT
Do you have these struggles?
Rigor of Teaching: There is a shift in instruction which gives students more opportunities for complex learning. Our unique model of instruction is designed to give your school a clear road map that makes the journey toward increasing rigor more efficient and focused.
Leadership Time: Do you struggle to stay on top of everything? You are working long hours just trying to keep your head above the water. Let us show you how we fit it all in.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
RECEIVE TWO COACHING CALLS
YOU will receive two coaching calls via ZOOM. While on zoom, you will make connections and build a sense of community with the other attendees. This is a perfect professional learning community. Let's join back together twice a year and check back in on the process. Calls will be scheduled after school.
SOCIAL MEDIA PRIVATE GROUP
If you choose, you will have the opportunity to join a private Facebook group designed to give you daily interaction and networking with other attendees from other sessions. This is designed to give you immediate support as you implement the ideas shared during the event or course.
It is more than just on-site training or an online course. We feel deeply in the power of a professional learning community. It is a catalyst for ongoing change, improvement, and innovation in education.
TWO LEARNING PATHS PROVIDED
The ONLINE COURSE provides you with immediate access to all printed materials and recorded lessons by the presenters.
SITE TRAINING is a visit to district/campus. We can travel! However, since we are current school leaders, we need to book these in advance. If you would like to inquire about a SITE TRAINING, please email Stephanie at principalprinciples@gmail.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CONFERENCE TICKETS
CAN I REGISTER USING A PURCHASE ORDER?
You sure can! It’s easy! Once you have completed your registration, select the option “other payment options” and then “send invoice.” Within 48 hours, you will receive a W-9, along with other payment information, that will allow you to complete the registration process. You will have thirty days to pay your invoice.
CANCELLATIONS? WHAT IF I'M UNABLE TO ATTEND THE CONFERENCE?
Due to the costs and materials associated with the workshop we are unable to give refunds. If you are unable to attend, we will allow someone else to take your place at the event.
BILLING AND PAYMENT INFORMATION
Please contact Stephanie at principalprinciples@gmail.com for assistance.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO THE CONFERENCE?
Please bring a tech device such as a laptop and a notepad.
WHY LEARN FROM US?
- 15 years successful school administrator
- National Distinguished Principal Finalist
- Awarded Distinguised Educator in 2015
- Awarded Texas Principal of the Year 2019 by Texas Rural Education Association
- It is my goal to give you the tools to make a difference and bring excellence to your school. The purpose of this course is to share and give you "hands-on" activities that you can do immediately. I'm not just sharing my ideas through videos and discussions. You will have access to all handouts so you can use them too.
- Morris Lyon is a current superintendent and has served in educational leadership for the past 17 years.
- He has served in many statewide organizations including the Texas Association of School Administrators, Texas Rural Education Association, Regional Education Service Center Advisory Boards, University Interscholastic League Waiver Board, and Western Governors University-Texas Advisory Board. He also serves as a clinical supervisor for Western Governors University’s teacher field experience and educational leadership.
- Mr. Lyon was the 2014 Texas Rural Education Superintendent of the Year.