Department Heads Institute
NEW COHORT BEGINS IN JANUARY 2026!
A Job-Alike Series for
Department Heads play a crucial role advancing the central work of a school district. The expectations for their roles are usually specific to the day-to-day needs of their respective programs and faculty. Often selected based on their instructional excellence and content expertise, they have not always had the opportunity to develop the leadership skills necessary to be effective and strategic in their new roles.
This institute provides skill development, support and a forum for engaging in dialogue about issues of leadership pertinent to the program level of the school district.
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Price
Utilize Title IIA funds to support your participation.
$650/person
$600/person for district team of 2 or more
PDPs
Earn 10 PDPs
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Why enroll?
Conveniently Scheduled
We schedule with the practitioner in mind. In person sessions allow for deeper training, relationship building, and group work. Remote sessions provide convenience and forums to address ongoing problems of practice.
Thoughtfully Designed
The content comes from you and our design is based on best practices in adult learning. We build every agenda based on current research combined with the issues you bring to the table.
Skillful Facilitators
Our facilitators are veteran educators who have walked the walk and trained for years to develop expertise in adult learning that will benefit you directly.
Satisfied Participants
We are proud of the impact we are having. Please take a moment to read the testimonials of our satisfied participants for yourself.
Scheduled with you in mind.
We schedule with the practitioner in mind. In person sessions allow for deeper training, relationship building, and group work. Remote sessions provide convenience and forums to address ongoing problems of practice.
Scheduled monthly, 3:30-5:30, on Tuesdays to fit into your schedule.
January 27, 2026
February 24, 2026
March 31, 2026
April 28, 2026
3:30-5:30 in Westwood
TUESDAYS
January 27, 2026
February 24, 2026
March 31, 2026
April 28, 2026
Snow Date: May 26, 2026
*Dates/Times subject to change.
Thoughtfully Designed Programming
We focus on meaningful content and take a learner centered approach.
STRENGTHEN YOUR SKILLS
- Develop a deeper understanding of concepts of leadership & expand knowledge about leadership styles
- Acquire skill in leading teams within the school or district
- Utilize protocols to facilitate discussions and support adult learning
- Gain insight into creating practices that enhance equitable opportunities to learn for all students
- Build an appreciation for the importance of a positive professional culture and strategies for creating it
LEARNING DESIGNED FOR YOU
- Build your network - Learn from peers in this highly interactive, supportive and confidential small group setting.
- Discover practical applications - Pose questions and present issues from your current work for problem solving & strategizing.
- Engage with solid theory - Develop your ability to take a learning stance through consultancy protocols, problems of practice, case studies, videos and professional readings.
- Customize the agenda - Topics and discussions will be differentiated to fit a variety of circumstances.
Meet Your Facilitators
Our FACILITATORS have walked the walk and have expertise in facilitating adult learning.
Meet the people who make the magic happen.
Nancy Marrinucci
Andrew Miller
Testimonials
Don't just take our word for it.
Just a few more reasons to join us...
CUSTOMIZED
Enjoy an agenda personalized to the group's needs.
COLLEGIAL
Build your network in this highly interactive, supportive and confidential group setting.
PRACTICAL
Develop practical applications and solutions to questions and issues from your current work.
Learn more about all of our Job-Alike Programs
We have cohorts for
- Assistant Superintendents
- Principals
- Assistant Principals
- School Based Curriculum Leaders
- Instructional Coaches.
- Mentors
- Special Education Team Chairs
- Women in Leadership
- and more!
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