School Leader Launchpad
Create an actionable plan for implementing teams at your school
Are you ready to lead your school through a successful launch of team-based models? Join us for School Leader Launchpad, a workshop for school leadership teams that are preparing to launch team-based school staffing models.
This two-part workshop supports school leadership teams in designing and launching an effective team-based staffing model at their school. Throughout the workshop, leadership teams will develop a clear vision and an actionable implementation plan tailored to their school’s needs. Participants will establish their “why” for teaming by exploring their current challenges and setting outcomes.
By the end of the series, school leadership teams will leave with a launch-ready plan and the tools to build investment and momentum across their school community.
Learn moreWho it’s for: School leaders preparing to implement team-based school staffing models
Who should attend:
Format: Virtual via Zoom
Time commitment: Two, 3-hour virtual sessions
Cost: Regular rate: $1,500 per person
Prepare to Launch partner rate: Included at no additional cost
Participants will ...
Align models to school priorities
Align team-based models with school priorities to drive impact for educators and students
Develop a launch plan
Walk away with a clear, actionable plan that defines your team-based model and addresses critical implementation decisions, including pilot teams, scheduling, shared rosters and collaboration structures
Build momentum
Develop a thoughtful communication and investment strategy to support and energize your pilot educator team from the start
FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions about School Leader Launchpad.
If you have additional questions, please reach out to our team at edworkforce@asu.edu.
This series is designed for school leaders focused on implementing team-based staffing models. We recommend bringing a team of people from your school, representing various leadership roles, who are enthusiastic about championing and leading these efforts. Ideal participants include building-level leaders, teacher leaders and system-level decision-makers. Additional stakeholders may also join as appropriate to support your team’s vision and goals.
Teams typically number 3-8 participants. We recommend aiming for a group size of about 5 for the best experience.
School Leader Launchpad is a specialized program designed for school leaders who are preparing to implement team-based staffing models. Through this series, you will craft a personalized, actionable plan tailored to your school’s needs, setting up a strong foundation for your pilot team
School Leader Launchpad will provide you with the strategies, tools and support necessary to lead your school to successful implementation of strategic team-based staffing models.
Sessions are not recorded. They are interactive and designed for live engagement. Full participation is recommended.
Yes, your school team will be asked to complete follow-up steps between sessions.
If you haven’t already, choose at least one of the following to familiarize yourself with Next Education Workforce’s team-based models:
- Attending an Explore Experience session
- Participating in an in-person Site Visit
- Watching our Virtual Site Visits
$1,500 for individual participants
Participation is included for partners enrolled in a Next Education Workforce™ Prepare to Launch contract. If you’re not currently a partner, please contact the Next Education Workforce team to learn more about joining.
Request information
Prepare to launch teams with personalized support and professional learning from the Next Education Workforce. Request information to prepare for a successful launch with expert coaches by your side.Related offerings
Implementation Coaching
Transform your vision for teaming into a thriving reality with personalized support from an experienced coach
Partner with your ASU implementation coach — at your school site and virtually — to problem solve, plan and build systems to help transform your vision for teaming into a thriving reality.
Leading Beyond Launch
Advance your team-based model: Reflect, strategize and lead with clarity
Strengthen your capacity to drive sustainable, equity-centered transformation. In this interactive, workshop, you’ll focus on strategic planning, change management and effective team leadership and get the chance to network with peers and learn from expert-led sessions.
Site Visits
See team-based school staffing models in action
Talk with students, educators and school leaders as you tour dynamic learning environments. Then, collaborate with our team to turn insights into action by exploring takeaways and next steps for your context.