🎯 Meeting Purpose
To explore school leadership and governance through key concepts from My Good School, with a focus on decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
🔑 Key Takeaways
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Decision-making is a vital life skill and a core educational outcome, promoting growth and thoughtful risk-taking.
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Effective school leadership requires active participation from all stakeholders, including board members, staff, students, parents, and the broader community.
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High-performing schools emphasise student-centric learning, strong academic and emotional foundations, community engagement, and inclusive practices.
🧠 Topics Covered
🧭 Decision-Making in Education
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Essential for students' personal and academic development.
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Encourages self-awareness, focus, and reflection amid distractions.
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Strengthened through practical experiences and embracing risk.
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Involves thoughtful evaluation of consequences, influencing future choices.
🏫 School Governance and Leadership
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Good governance sets exceptional schools apart from average ones.
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Inclusive boards with alumni, community members, and professionals add valuable perspectives.
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Transparency, trust, and strong stakeholder relationships are key.
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School Management Committees (SMCs) enhance decentralised, participative governance.
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Teachers play a leadership role beyond the classroom.
🤝 Stakeholder Engagement in Schools
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PTAs foster collaborative relationships for student development.
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Student participation in clubs and creative outlets builds leadership and responsibility.
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Alumni associations sustain institutional ties and offer mentorship or support.
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Community partnerships enhance a school's social footprint and reputation.
🌟 Characteristics of Good Schools
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Student-first approach
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Strong academic and life-skill foundation
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Supportive, engaging learning environments
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Passionate and skilled teachers
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Active parent and community involvement
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Emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and belonging
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Strong leadership at every level
📚 Next Steps
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Read the chapter "Smart Teachers Make Smart Classes" before the next session.
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Reflect on the conclusion: "My Good School: Where Passion Meets Education."
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Review shared articles and video resources.
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Consider the distinction between instruction-based vs. direction-based leadership in your school context.
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