Principal Effectiveness - Empowering Leaders to Drive Systemic Change

Engaging Leadership

Summary:

Discover how Dr. Dana Monogue, Superintendent of Middleton Cross Plains Area School District, achieves a 90% retention rate. Learn about key initiatives like "build your own" strategies, the impact of effective leadership, and the vital role of listening to staff and students. Dr. Monogue shares actionable insights on building a coaching culture, flexible PTO policies, and succession planning, even for smaller or less resourced districts. Unpack how a collaborative approach and a focus on talent diversity contribute to creating a thriving educational environment. Join Dr. Jim and Dr. Dana for a deep dive into successful retention tactics in education.

Key Takeaways:

• Listening as a Strategy: Engaging with students, families, and staff through focus groups, surveys, and one-on-one meetings can surface critical insights to inform retention strategies.
• Flexible Policies: Implementing flexible PTO policies and professional development days can significantly enhance employee satisfaction.
• Grow Your Own Programs: Establishing pathways for high school students and current employees to pursue careers in education helps build a robust talent pipeline.
• Coaching Culture: Building a culture where all levels of staff receive coaching can improve leadership quality and retention rates.
• Community Collaboration: Smaller districts can benefit from collaborating with neighboring districts and local universities to enhance their talent strategy.

Chapters:

00:00

Driving Employee Retention in Top Wisconsin School District

03:00

Strategies for Retaining and Attracting Diverse Talent in Education

12:00

Innovative PTO and Professional Development Policies in Education

15:00

Innovative Strategies to Build and Retain Educational Talent

18:45

Developing Leaders and Building a Coaching Culture in Education

28:00

Collaborative Strategies for School District Succession Planning

30:09

Building Trust and Retention Through Leader Visibility and Engagement

Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung

Connect with Dana Monogue: linkedin.com/in/dana-monogue-b2b089197

Middleton Cross Plains Area School District: https://www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us/

Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda

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