Department Heads Institute

NEW COHORT BEGINS IN FEBRUARY 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.

Program Price

$650/person

$600/person for district team of 2 or more

PDPs

Earn 10 PDPs

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Scheduled with you in mind.

In-person sessions allow for more intensive training opportunities, relationship building and group work.



Remote sessions provide convenient forums to sustain implementation efforts and address ongoing problems of practice.

Scheduled monthly, 3:30-5:30, on Tuesdays to fit into your schedule.


SESSION 1: February 24, 2026

SESSION 2: March 31, 2026

SESSION 3: April 28, 2026

SESSION 4: May 26, 2026

3:30-5:30 in Westwood


TUESDAYS


February 24, 2026

March 31, 2026

April 28, 2026

May 26, 2026

*Dates/Times subject to change.

Thoughtfully Designed Programming

We focus on meaningful content and take a learner centered approach.


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.

Program Details

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

Skillful 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.

We are proud of the impact we are having. Please take a moment to read the testimonials of our satisfied participants for yourself.

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.

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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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