Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars?

A: An interlocking series of workshops that make it possible for
teacher-leaders, principals, district office staff, superintendents,
and school board members to each gain the knowledge and skills
they need. Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars allow school
districts to choose from a menu of options to build a customized plan
to meet their most pressing needs.

Each Springboard Schools Leadership Seminar is a stand-alone module,
packed with valuable practical strategies, tools and tips drawn from our research in California schools that are getting great results with challenging student populations.

 

Q: Where do the Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars take place?

A: Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars are available in regularly-scheduled sessions offered around the state, or they or can be delivered in your school or district.

 

Q: When do the Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars take place?

A: Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars can be scheduled at your convenience at your site. The public events start at various times. Multi-day events are non-consecutive, providing time between meetings to reflect upon the work.

 

Q: How large are the Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars?

A: Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars are limited to small groups to ensure that participants get the individual attention they need. Most events are limited to 25 participants.

 

Q: What do the Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars cost?

A: The prices for Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars vary according to how long the program lasts and where it is presented. Prices for public events start at $250 per day per person.

 

Q: How do I register for a Springboard Schools Leadership Seminar?

A: You may register on-line, by fax, or by mail by clicking here. If you are a Springboard Schools client, ask your Coach or Project Lead for more information.

 

Q: How do the Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars differ from other Springboard Schools events?

A: Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars are highly focused, professional development events tailored for education leaders in different levels of the system, from the classroom to the board room. Other Springboard Schools events, such as Best Practices Institutes and Leadership Networks are oriented toward district-wide teams. They are larger events (with as many as 200 people) and focus on broader areas than the Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars.

Another key difference is that Springboard Schools Leadership Seminars are often delivered on-site, and customized for the needs of the organization.

 

Other questions? Email your questions to Laraine Roberts by clicking here.