School Leadership Team

A series of webinar trainings for School Leadership Teams (SLTs) members is now available. Registration and viewing instructions can be found at Learn DOE. These webinars are designed for SLT members to view as a team or individually. SLT members can view the webinars to fulfill annual training requirements, as per Chancellor's Regulation A-655

Please direct questions to FACEwebinars@schools.nyc.gov.

Month Training Overview

December

School Leadership Teams: A Foundation for School-Based Planning and Shared Decision Making

An overview of the history and purpose of School Leadership Teams, with a discussion of SLT roles and responsibilities:  including strategies for consensus based decision-making and Comprehensive Educational Plan goal development.

January

Supporting Title I Programs

An overview of Title I program requirements, with an emphasis on parent involvement and the supports available at the school, district, and CFN levels. This presentation will also provide a summary of and links to available resources.  

February/March 

Exploring the Common Core Learning Standards 

An overview of the transition to the new, more rigorous instructional standards in New York City schools, with an emphasis on student work.  Teams will watch a Virtual Training Module and analyze a Common Core-aligned task.

April 

The Comprehensive Education Plan as a Living Document: Determining the Effectiveness of the Plan

A look at the role of the SLT in the ongoing planning, review, and improvement process. Teams will be trained to assess interim progress, make revisions to action plans, and realign resources. 

May

Building Team Capacity: Consensus- Based Decision Making

A look at how consensus-based decision-making can be used to level the playing field. This presentation will also provide teams with strategies to ensure that all members are prepared to make informed decisions.

June

Reflecting Back-Looking Forward

This presentation will help team members to  evaluate their SLT experience. What went well? Where is there still room for improvement? Teams will receive guidance on how to wrap up the year and ensure a smooth transition as they ahead to the coming school year.