Saturday, June 7, 2025

Leadership, Governance and Decision Making at School

🎯 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

  • Decision-making is a vital life skill and a core educational outcome, promoting growth and thoughtful risk-taking.

  • Effective school leadership requires active participation from all stakeholders, including board members, staff, students, parents, and the broader community.

  • High-performing schools emphasise student-centric learning, strong academic and emotional foundations, community engagement, and inclusive practices.

🧠 Topics Covered

🧭 Decision-Making in Education

  • Essential for students' personal and academic development.

  • Encourages self-awareness, focus, and reflection amid distractions.

  • Strengthened through practical experiences and embracing risk.

  • Involves thoughtful evaluation of consequences, influencing future choices.

🏫 School Governance and Leadership

  • Good governance sets exceptional schools apart from average ones.

  • Inclusive boards with alumni, community members, and professionals add valuable perspectives.

  • Transparency, trust, and strong stakeholder relationships are key.

  • School Management Committees (SMCs) enhance decentralised, participative governance.

  • Teachers play a leadership role beyond the classroom.

🤝 Stakeholder Engagement in Schools

  • PTAs foster collaborative relationships for student development.

  • Student participation in clubs and creative outlets builds leadership and responsibility.

  • Alumni associations sustain institutional ties and offer mentorship or support.

  • Community partnerships enhance a school's social footprint and reputation.

🌟 Characteristics of Good Schools

  • Student-first approach

  • Strong academic and life-skill foundation

  • Supportive, engaging learning environments

  • Passionate and skilled teachers

  • Active parent and community involvement

  • Emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and belonging

  • Strong leadership at every level

📚 Next Steps

  • Read the chapter "Smart Teachers Make Smart Classes" before the next session.

  • Reflect on the conclusion: "My Good School: Where Passion Meets Education."

  • Review shared articles and video resources.

  • Consider the distinction between instruction-based vs. direction-based leadership in your school context.

✨ We'd love to hear your reflections! Please share your key takeaways from the session by commenting below our post or emailing them to mk@learningforward.org.in. Your insights help enrich our collective learning experience.

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