Virginia Transformational Leadership Academy (2024-2025)
As a VASS service, first- and second-year superintendents participate in the Virginia Transformational Leadership Academy (VTLA). This exemplary continuous professional learning opportunity provides timely information and support throughout the first two years of the superintendency. Participants identify priority challenges and have access to colleagues and experts to assist and support planning, implementing, and monitoring short- and long-term goals. Participants are provided executive coaching from experienced current or retired superintendents; have access to real-time networks for problem solving and ideation; and focus on the following topics during a hybrid of three in-person and at least four virtual sessions:
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Strategic Planning
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Communications
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Crisis Management
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Human Resources
- Teacher Recruitment & Retention (including Grown Your Own Programs)
- HR Management
- Principal Support & Development
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Budget
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Board Relations
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Community Engagement
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Legal Hot Topics
Tentative Calendar of Events
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August 22, 2024, 10:00-11:00 AM (virtual): Orientation
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September 26, 2024, 10:00-11:00 AM (virtual)
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October 28, 2024, 1:15-2:45 PM (in-person during fall conference)
- October 27, 2024, 7:00 PM: VTLA Dinner
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November 14, 2024, 10:00-11:00 AM (virtual)
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January 6, 2025, 1:15-2:45 PM (in-person during winter conference)
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February 13, 2025, 10:00-11:00 AM (virtual)
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March 27, 2025, 10:00-11:00 AM (virtual)
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April 28, 2025, 1:15-2:45 PM (in-person during spring conference)
- April 27, 2025, 7:00 PM: VTLA Dinner
For More Information
Please contact VASS Deputy Executive Director Amy Griffin at a.griffin@vassonline.org
Program Costs Shared By:
Virginia Department of Education