10/17/12 - A local superintendent has completed a professional leadership program focused on high-impact strategies to improve schools while contributing to the growth of staff members and students. Howell Public Schools Superintendent Ron Wilson earned the advanced specialty endorsement after completing the voluntary program called âCourageous Journeyâ. It addresses seven research-based points to become a highly effective superintendent including leadership, management, relationships & communication, data-informed planning & decision making, organizational development, politics, and teaching & learning. The program is offered by the Michigan Association of School Administrators and participants take part in classes, forums and online interactions to improve leadership skills and apply those to improve staff and student outcomes. MASA officials say because the program spans three years, it allows superintendents to tackle real transformative changes in their districts, which in turn can raise student achievement. They applauded Wilsonâs commitment and accomplishments, saying he now joins a special guild of district leaders who make a critical difference and are committed to using best practices. (JM)
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