The First 100 Days of Being a School Head
By Sophia for Schools
Categories: Education
About Course
In this introduction to the first 100 days of a new head’s tenure as the leader of a school, we look at a detailed, week-by-week plan for establishing a presence, finding out essential information, and planning for the writing of a Development Plan for the future. Various strategies are suggested and explored for surviving the challenges of headship, including writing a reflective journal, building relationships with colleagues, students and parents, and the wider community, as well as promoting an agenda for positive change.
Descriptive Points
Define the key responsibilities and expectations of a new school leader during the first 100 days.
Identify essential information and stakeholders within the school community that need attention and engagement.
Develop a strategic plan for writing a School Development Plan for the future.
Understand the importance of maintaining a reflective journal to aid in decision-making and professional growth.
Establish effective relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and the wider community.
Promote a positive agenda for change and improvement within the school.
Create a detailed schedule for the first 100 days, aligning tasks and activities with specific timeframes.
What Will You Learn?
- Craft a clear mission and vision statement for their school leadership.
- Gather and analyse crucial data about the school's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
- Formulate a comprehensive School Development Plan that outlines goals, strategies, and desired outcomes.
- Implement a reflective journaling practice to enhance decision-making and professional growth.
- Build effective relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and the wider community through active listening and communication.
- Identify key areas for improvement within the school and initiate positive changes.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with the role of a school leader during the initial 100 days.
- Develop a detailed 100-day plan, including a structured timetable to guide their actions and priorities.
Course Content
The First 100 Days of Being a School Head
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Introduction
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Your leadership team
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Your students
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Your learning walks
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Creating a timetable for the 100 days – weeks 1-4
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Creating a timetable for the 100 days – weeks 5-12
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Creating a timetable for the 100 days – weeks 13-16
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Creating a timetable for the 100 days – weeks 17-20
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