WVUSD: 2014-2015 Year-End Results __________________________________________________________________________________________________
serve as leaders and facilitators at the Mini University 2.0 this year. The district also provided oversight to the Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment( BTSA) program, providing leadership development opportunities for new teachers as well as veteran teachers serving as support providers.
Classified employees, teachers, and management members participated in our year-long Leadership Seminar which met monthly and utilized a multitude of resources such as readings, internal and external speakers and facilitators, group discussions, and selfreflection. The culminating activity for the Leadership Seminar members, along with additional stakeholders throughout the district, was a week-long leadership symposium on the East Coast which strengthen their understanding of Leadership in 4 Directions while utilizing teachings from past experiences at the Battle of Gettysburg, current instruction from renowned experts in areas such as personal balance, leadership in crisis, Lincoln leadership, ethical leadership, and team-building.
Finally, the school district made a concerted effort to provide leadership development for parents and community members. For example, parents from each school site were invited to participate in learning walks through classrooms within the school district and then actively participate in conversation about their experiences. This technique assisted the parents in developing a deeper understanding of the transition to the Common Core State Standards( CCSS) and serve as community leaders in both formal and informal discussions regarding this topic. Parents and community members were invited to serve on a variety of committees such as the LCAP and CCSS Funding groups. Community members participated in leading and presenting potential school bond information. Community business partnerships with the school district were strengthened through groups such as the Walnut Valley Educational Foundation, Dedicated to Learning, and the Walnut Valley Finance Corporation. The East San Gabriel Valley Regional Occupational Program and Technical Center continued to work closely with the school district and provide significant supports and opportunities for students and staff. The outreach meetings between Trustees / Superintendent and City Council representatives / City Manager were re-established in an effort to maintain and further develop the relationship and communication.
Future Focus:
Sustain and / or increase the leadership development opportunities at all levels of the organization, including community and students, while continuing the Leadership in 4 Directions focus
Further develop and provide leadership training for current CCSS implementation and oversight including curriculum development, instructional methodology, and mentoring
Secure resources to sustain the Leadership Seminar Provide leadership training for site-level leadership team members
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