Seminar

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆! 🎉 We received amazing feedback from leaders in the first group of Collectives—charter school leaders value learning with peers who truly get it. Thus, we are expanding our offerings to meet the needs you have raised. Here’s who’s leading the charge in our new Collectives: • Shawna Wells will guide the People Management Collective. Shawna has founded multiple organizations, including a KIPP school, led numerous trainings for The Management Center, and served as SVP at the Pahara Institute. Shawna is currently the CEO and Founder of 7Gen Legacy Group. • Bill Kurtz, Founder & Former CEO of DSST Public Schools, will head the Entrepreneurial Fundraising Collective. Bill has raised over $125M in private philanthropy at DSST and funded a nearly $30M endowment. We’re also partnering with the Charter School Growth Fund to design this Collective. • Toni Barton will lead the Special Education Collective. Toni is the Founder of Spelligent and the Inclusive Schools Leadership Institute at Relay Graduate School of Education and serves as a Professor in Educational Leadership at ASU. • Tom Clark, Chief Strategy & Advancement Officer at KIPP DC, will lead the Communications Collective. Tom brings nearly two decades of experience in communications and marketing at organizations like KIPP and TFA. • Raj Thakkar will champion the Finance Collective. Raj is the Founder & CEO of Charter School Business Management Inc. (CSBM) and author of fiscally seCURE: prepare, protect & propel your CHARTER SCHOOL with responsible financial management. Over two decades, he has provided financial management training and back-office services to hundreds of charter schools and networks. Share this with your network of charter leaders who could benefit from joining a Collective! To learn more about each Collective and the topics we’ll cover, visit: https://lnkd.in/dSv_RXhS We can’t wait to see you in the Collectives! #Collectives #Seminar #CharterLeadership

Managing special education programs involves addressing complex challenges while providing vital support to both students and staff. In the Special Education Collective, Toni Barton will support charter school special education leaders in tackling some of the biggest questions they face in their work. Watch Toni share some of these questions and more that will be addressed in the Collective. Learn more and apply to join the Special Education Collective here: https://lnkd.in/gDaen9_5 #Seminar #SpecialEducation #CharterLeaders

"The deepest investment we can make in our organization's legacy, its vision, and its mission is in its people." — Shawna Wells, CEO and Founder of 7Gen Legacy Group Managers shape the employee experience and significantly influence the quality of their work. Shawna Wells, leader of the People Management Collective, understands this deeply. Over the next six months, she will coach charter school leaders on becoming more impactful people managers. Learn more about the People Management Collective: https://lnkd.in/gDaen9_5 #PeopleManagement #Talent #Collective #Seminar

Building strong marketing and communications teams helps you bridge gaps, align efforts, and ensure your message reaches the right people, just as you intend. Watch Tom Clark, Chief Strategy and Advancement Officer at KIPP DC share insights about the Communications Collective for charter leaders and the various topics we’ll explore together. Learn more and join the Collective here: https://lnkd.in/gDaen9_5 #Seminar #Communications #CharterLeaders

If you’re the CEO of a charter school network, you likely have an entrepreneurial mindset, know how to engage and inspire others, and want to do all you can to maximize your impact. You probably know how more funding could advance your mission, but limited support to help you identify and build relationships with major donors. And few or no opportunities to hear how other charter leaders approach fundraising. That’s why we’re partnering with the Charter School Growth Fund to design a Collective focused on 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 for CEOs. Led by Bill Kurtz, founder & former CEO of DSST Public Schools in Colorado, this new Collective will focus on pics that are unique to charter school fundraising:   • What’s the optimal role of the charter CEO in building and sustaining donor relationships? How can you apply your leadership strengths to fundraising?   • What’s your network’s purpose for fundraising in the first place? Which fundraising strategies can advance that purpose?   • How to lead a “Campaign of One” to get a major gift? How do you identify, build a relationship with, and make a big ask so that someone becomes a lifelong supporter? If you’re a CEO or ED who is ready to take your network’s fundraising strategy to a new level, this Collective is for you! Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gDaen9_5 #Fundraising #charterleadership #charterschool

People management is essential for building strong, effective teams that drive organizational success. As a leader, your ability to develop and support your team is crucial to achieving this. The 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 is designed to help leaders strengthen their people management skills. It offers a collaborative space to share insights, tackle challenges, and grow together. This Collective will be led by Shawna Wells, who has founded multiple organizations and a KIPP school, facilitated numerous trainings for The Management Center, and served as SVP for the Pahara Institute. Shawna will cover key topics, including: • Strategies for retaining top talent in competitive environments • Setting achievable goals with individuals and teams • Coaching and feedback techniques to enhance performance and alignment Know a leader who could benefit from this? Share this with them! Learn more and sign up: https://lnkd.in/gDaen9_5 #PeopleManagement #CharterLeadership

Check out this blog piece below - many of us are facing evolving funding contexts for the schools we lead and support. I hope these key points James Cryan and I shared resonate with you and your work to sustain impact for your community!

Fundraising is a long game, and it can often feel overwhelming. James Cryan, Founder & Former CEO of Rocky Mountain Prep, and Rich Harrison, CEO of Lighthouse Community Public Schools, know this well. With years of experience leading charter schools to fundraise successfully, they’ve mastered the art and science of attracting major donors. Drawing from their journeys, they've put together nine key principles to help you rethink your approach and secure the support you need. Read the full post: https://lnkd.in/dzrmq9Ce #fundraising #Seminar #charterleadership

As December approaches and the challenges of the semester weigh heavily, it’s inevitable to have moments where you question what's next for particular students. This session with All Means All's Neema Desai, Cornelius Dukes, and Lindsay Kruse is designed for school leaders and educators committed to fostering cohesive, equity-driven environments for all students. It offers practical tools and fresh insights, grounding in student stories and brain science, to rejuvenate your inclusive culture plans, ensuring you leave inspired and equipped with actionable ideas, grounded in student assets, to reinvigorate your approach in the new year! This session is 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹. Learn more and sign up to attend: https://lnkd.in/gQ76i4TE #Academics #Culture #Seminar

Even after months of professional development, coaching, and practice, some teachers may still struggle, impacting both student learning and staff morale. Join this session led by Alex Horowitz, who formerly led talent and strategy at Impact Public Schools in Washington, to learn effective strategies and practical tools for systematically intervening and supporting teachers facing performance challenges. Help them turn things around and contribute positively to your school's culture and student success. Learn more and apply to attend: https://lnkd.in/gQ76i4TE #Talent #Performance #CharterSchool #Seminar