OVERVIEW OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Diane Adams, Teacher Leader ’10 Spark Academy, a KIPP School Newark, NJ

THE KIPP SCHOOL LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS ARE DEVELOPING LEADERS TO BUILD A BETTER TOMORROW. KIPP recognizes that it takes great leaders to build, lead, and sustain outstanding schools. As a result, KIPP has always prioritized leadership development and invested heavily in our leaders through high-quality programming, individualized coaching, and ongoing leadership development opportunities.

PARTICIPANT REFLECTIONS My KSLP summer experience has been transformative. I am entering my position with a wealth of new and improved knowledge, an expanding professional network, and confidence that I can be effective in my role.

Mekia Love, Leadership Team ’09KIPP DC: KEY Academy Washington, D.C.

For the past decade, the KIPP School Leadership Programs (KSLP) have been training and developing aspiring school leaders for underserved communities across the country. Originally focused on developing principals who would found their own KIPP middle schools, in recent years KIPP has also begun recruiting and training school leaders to found high-performing elementary and high schools, as well as preparing leaders at all levels of the leadership pipeline. As a result, KSLP has expanded from its initial Fisher Fellowship program to six distinct leadership development programs serving teacher leaders to current school leaders.

KSLP programs are differentiated so that participants have opportunities to hone the leadership competencies and management skills necessary to be successful in their specific roles. Furthermore, programs are thoughtfully sequenced and gradated; as a result, as participants aspire to additional leadership responsibilities, there are appropriate and rigorous programming matches for them as they continue on their leadership journeys.

the programs KSLP is comprised of six distinct leadership development programs:

• FisherFellowship: A prestigious, year-long fellowship for individuals to found and lead new KIPP schools within existing KIPP regions.

• Miles Family Fellowship: A prestigious, year-long fellowship that prepares participants for the Fisher Fellowship while they serve as teachers with leadership roles within KIPP schools.

• Teacher Leader Program: A program for existing KIPP teachers to develop the leadership skills and competencies needed to be successful in roles such as grade level chair, department chair, and Saturday school coordinator.

• LeadershipTeamProgram: A program for existing KIPP teachers and leadership team members to develop the skills and competencies needed to be effective in school leadership roles such as vice principal, dean, and instructional coach.

• Principal Prep Program: A program specifically tailored to prepare successor school leaders with the skills and competencies that they will need to lead an existing KIPP school.

• Principal Development Programs: Professional development opportunities tailored for current KIPP school leaders who aspire to enhance their capacity as instructional leaders while deepening connections with other school and regional leaders in the KIPP network.

Freddy Gonzalez, Principal Prep ’07 KIPP Austin College Prep Austin, TX

Natalie Webb, Fisher Fellow ’07 KIPP NYC College Prep New York, NY

PROGRAMS FOR EVERY LEVEL OF LEADERSHIP

STUDENTFOCUSSets high expectations for, works effectively and builds strong relationships with, keeps commitments to, and prioritizes the needs of educationally disadvantaged students.

BUILDRELATIONSHIPSStakeholder ManagementDevelops strong, trusting, respectful relationships with others. Demonstrates honesty and integrity.

CommunicationListens, writes, and speaks effectively.

Impact and InfluenceAdapts style and makes a compelling and persuasive case, as necessary. Motivates others to action and builds coalitions to achieve goals.

Self-awarenessIdentifies strengths and weaknesses, is aware of the perceptions of others, and adjusts accordingly. Is open to feedback, works to improve upon weaknesses, shows balance of confidence vs. humility, and behaves professionally.

Cultural CompetenceIs knowledgeable and respectful of the cultures of communities served. Adjusts behavior according to cultural norms and cues.

DRIVERESULTSDecision MakingMakes decisions in a timely manner and in the face of ambiguity. Considers consequences of decisions, willingly stands by difficult decisions, and communicates about decisions.

Critical Thinking/Problem SolvingEffectively organizes and analyzes information and anticipates challenges or new information to solve problems. Integrates and acts upon new information quickly, and is comfortable thinking about details and the big picture.

Continuous LearningConstantly seeks opportunities to learn and improve, making use of successes, failures, and data in order to learn and improve. Willing to take calculated risks in order to learn and improve.

Achievement OrientationSets challenging goals, takes initiative, follows through to get results. Demonstrates resilience and flexibility. Has a consistent history of personal success and achieving excellence.

Planning and ExecutionManages time and resources effectively, prioritizing efforts according to organizational goals. Regularly compares actual progress to planned milestones and adjusts plans accordingly, holding him or herself and others accountable for achieving intended outcomes.

MANAGEPEOPLEDirection-settingEstablishes, articulates, and aligns the organization’s mission, vision, values, and goals. Inspires and gains the commitment of others to achieve organizational goals.

Team LeadershipWorks in a team environment, encouraging initiative in others, and managing conflict.

Performance ManagementDelegates tasks to appropriate individuals or groups. Promotes collaboration among team members. Models and encourages others to manage conflict openly and productively.

Talent DevelopmentRecruits and selects highly effective staff. Creates developmental opportunities for staff to be more effective in their roles and progress toward career goals.

ROLE-SPECIFICInstructional Leadership Establishes an academic vision for the school. Supports instructional improvements by observing, coaching, and modeling.

Operational ManagementEffectively secures and manages resources, makes sound financial decisions, builds and sustains a viable organization, continually develops the board.

The KIPP School Leadership Competency Model serves as the framework that guides all leadership training at KIPP.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY MODEL

Are you interested in founding a high-performing KIPP school? The Fisher Fellowship is a one-year program that prepares Fellows to found and lead a new KIPP school in an underserved community.

The Fellowship includes intensive summer coursework in an academic setting, residencies at high-performing schools, and individualized coaching. Programming is designed to provide in-depth support and insight into processes and best practices involved in school leadership—ranging from establishing an instructional vision to developing efficient operating systems; from recruiting students to hiring teachers; and from curriculum development to community outreach. The Fellowship culminates in the following summer as fellows open their schools to their first classes of students.

overviewThe Fisher Fellowship includes:

• Orientation: A three-day orientation in May that provides opportunities to learn more about the programming year ahead, build relationships with new colleagues, and begin problem-solving through a leader’s perspective in a dynamic case study

• Summer Institute: Intensive five weeks of coursework, taught by dynamic faculty and educational leaders, in a university setting. New concepts uncovered in classroom discussions link to practical application through collaborative peer groups known as Learning Teams and through individualized coaching with a Leadership Guide.

• Residencies: Ten weeks of residencies at KIPP and other high-performing schools to fully immerse fellows in school culture and decision-making processes through interactions with students, parents, and teachers

• Intersessions: Four professional development retreats (Intersessions) for continued coursework

• SchoolDesignPlan: Development of a comprehensive business plan that guides all planning, design, and implementation of the fellow’s new school

• LeadershipCoaching: Bi-weekly individualized leadership coaching • GraduateCoursework: Opportunity to pursue a MA in Educational

Leadership and an administrative credential through National-Louis University

Steven Ajani, Principal Prep ’06*, Fisher Fellow ’08 KIPP Academy Elementary New York, NY

Tammi Sutton, Fisher Fellow ’04 KIPP Pride High Gaston, NC

Melissa Gonzales, Fisher Fellow ’06 KIPP San Jose Collegiate San Jose, CA

On a typical day, Fisher Fellows might spend time working through one of the ten sections of their School Design Plans, collaborating with colleagues in their regions, or visiting a high- performing school.

During their residency period, fellows can be found completing projects or activities such as observing teachers and providing feedback, assisting with team meetings, or shadowing school leaders. When fellows come together for Intersessions, they continue the coursework started during Summer Institute, but with a deeper focus on specific aspects of school leadership, such as performance management and school finance.

Once fellows complete their residency period and Intersessions, they spend time in their regions recruiting students and teachers, finalizing curriculum and budgets, and acquiring their charter.

day in the life

Jamal McCall, Principal Prep ’05* KIPP Metro Atlanta and KIPP Memphis Atlanta, GA and Memphis, TN

frequently asked questions WillIhavemyadministrativecertificationaftercompletingtheFisherFellowship?You may opt into a program through National-Louis University (NLU) to acquire a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and apply for an administrative certificate upon completion of the degree. The optional program allows participants to receive graduate course credits for the training provided through KIPP School Leadership Programs. Participants in the NLU program will receive nine semester units at the end of Summer Institute and then will participate in ongoing coursework through NLU. The master’s program runs from July through April. Tuition payments are the responsibility of the individual participants.

WhatarethelivingarrangementsduringSummerInstitute?During Summer Institute, fellows live and work together in dormitory-style housing. Housing and meals are paid for by KIPP Foundation. Because of the demanding schedule of Summer Institute and the frequent need to collaborate with other participants and faculty, all fellows are required to live in housing provided by KIPP School Leadership Programs. KIPP Foundation may be able to arrange family housing for fellows who choose to bring family members to Summer Institute. However, fellows are responsible for any costs incurred for the lodging of family members.

Whatareresidencies?Residencies are modeled after the medical school residency rotations, providing fellows an opportunity to work, lead, and learn in a variety of high-performing schools across the country. Each fellow’s residency plan and schedule looks different based upon his/her individualized leadership goals that are informed from the Fisher Fellow selection interviews, input from the KSLP team, and recommendations from the regional executive director. Activities tailored to individualized learning goals may include: observing a small group of teachers and being responsible for their ongoing coaching, feedback, and development; assisting in operational management activities by researching vendor pricing and negotiating a vendor contract; and practicing inspirational leadership by leading the school-wide morning community meetings. Fellows spend approximately ten weeks total in their residencies.

WhatkindofsupportdoestheKIPPFoundationprovideaftertheFisherFellowship?After opening their schools, fellows are supported by their regional teams. As necessary, school leaders may also reach out to KIPP Foundation staff for specific assistance in instructional leadership and operations (legal, finance, facilities, accounting, public relations, and marketing). For continued professional development, KIPP School Leadership Programs offer school leaders individualized leadership coaching, as well as ongoing cohort-based opportunities and retreats.

program goalsThe Fisher Fellowship year is designed to ensure that Fellows gain the many skills and specialized knowledge, as defined by the KIPP Leadership Competency Model, to be successful as a founding school leader at KIPP. The overarching programmatic goals of the Fisher Fellowship year are to empower participants to:

• Shift their perspective from teacher to leader • Reflect intentionally about who they are as leaders and how others

view them as leaders • Gain tools and expertise to navigate leadership as a set of decision-

making processes with inherent trade-offs • Evaluate what makes high-performing organizations successful and

apply those elements to the design and implementation of their own schools

• Utilize instructional leadership skills to observe and develop teachers and design the academic program for their own schools

• Connect with the members of their cohort as learning partners and a support community

detailsFisher Fellows receive an annual salary based on previous experience (ranging from $60K to $80K), along with a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Additionally, all travel, lodging (during KIPP-sponsored events), and coursework is paid for by the KIPP Foundation. KSLP Orientation: May (three days) Summer Institute: June-July (five weeks) Intersession 1: September (one week) Intersession 2: November (one week) Intersession 3: January (two weeks)Intercession 4: February (one week)

To apply, go to www.kipp.org and complete the online application. For more information, email kslp@kipp.org.

While all candidates must meet our rigorous selection criteria, there are minimum application requirements.

All applicants should have 3-5 years of classroom teaching experience in a low-income school with demonstrated exemplary student results.

For purposes of the selection process, KIPP defines “low-income school” as a school in which over 50 percent of the student population qualify for the federal free and reduced- priced meals program.

An excellent candidate typically possesses the unyielding belief in the potential of every child to succeed in top quality high schools, colleges, and the competitive world beyond. For more information about our selection criteria, please see the KIPP School Leadership Competency Model.

should i apply?

Khala Johnson, Fisher Fellow ’04KIPP DC: AIM AcademyKIPP DC: Promise AcademyWashington, D.C. An award-winning teacher with a law degree from the University of Georgia, Khala strives to build positive, trusting relationships among students, staff, and parents. She founded KIPP DC: AIM Academy in 2005 with 80 fifth graders. In 2007, sixth graders at the school jumped from the 17th to the 83rd percentile in mathematics, as measured by the Stanford 10 Achievement Test. In 2009, she began a new challenge by founding a second KIPP DC school—this time, an elementary school.

The Miles Family Fellowship is a two-year pathway to found one’s own KIPP school that includes a year of leadership development and experience while teaching in a KIPP school. After successfully completing the first year, participants are invited to apply for the Fisher Fellowship to found and lead a new KIPP school in an underserved community.

overviewThe Miles Family Fellowship includes:

• Orientation: A three-day orientation before KIPP School Summit • Intersessions: Three weekend professional development retreats

with opportunities to learn alongside other Miles Family Fellows• IndividualizedLeadershipPlan: Individualized goals that outline your

formal and informal course of study, as well as your teaching and leadership roles, during your Miles Family Fellowship year

• LeadershipCoaching: Individualized leadership coaching from a KIPP Foundation coach

• OngoingSupport: Regular check-ins with your host school leader to assess progress toward your individualized leadership plan and at least two school visits from a KSLP team member

• Learning Calls: Monthly professional development calls with your cohort to share ideas and discuss topics of instruction and leadership

The program culminates in the spring, with an end-of-year evaluation by your host school leader, which will include a determination of your preparedness to matriculate into the Fisher Fellowship.

detailsMiles Family Fellows receive an annual teacher’s salary from their school, along with a complete benefits package (as determined by the Fellow’s region). Additionally, all travel and lodging expenses (for Miles Family Fellowship events) and coursework are paid for by the KIPP Foundation.

To apply, go to www.kipp.org and complete the online application. For more information, email kslp@kipp.org.

PARTICIPANT REFLECTIONS My experience with the Fellowship helped me to become more reflective and intentional in forging new relationships with my coworkers and my students.

Stacy Johnson, Miles Family Fellow ’09 KIPP STAR College Prep Charter School New York, NY

Amanda Johnson, Fisher Fellow ’08, Miles Family Fellow ’07 KIPP Delta Elementary Literacy Academy Helena, AR

Glenn Davis, Fisher Fellow ’09, Miles Family Fellow ’08 KIPP LEAD High School Gary, IN

The design of the Miles Family Fellowship ensures rigorous, cohort-based leadership development coupled with daily application and practice in leadership roles in KIPP schools. Aligned with the KIPP Leadership Competency Model, Miles Family Fellowship programming is created to empower participants to:

• Identify and foster instructional excellence through observations, feedback, and coaching

• Collect and analyze data to improve instruction

• Design and implement school-wide practices that improve teaching and learning

• Set direction for their team, establish performance goals, and hold teammates accountable for performance

• Effectively lead team meetings while managing power dynamics and relationships

• Continuously assess and enhance school culture

program goals

frequently asked questions WillIgetasalaryandbenefitsduringtheMilesFamilyFellowship?Miles Family Fellows are paid a teaching salary according to the salary schedule of the region in which they work or are placed. In addition, they receive the same benefits as a teacher at a KIPP school.

WhatisthecostoftheMilesFamilyFellowship?Due to the generosity of the Miles Family, we are fortunate to offer the Miles Family Fellowship at no cost to the participant or school. The total tuition of the fellowship is $24,000 per participant. All costs, including materials, travel, lodging and meals provided during programming, are covered by the KIPP Foundation.

Am I guaranteed to be awarded a Fisher Fellowship if I complete theMilesFamilyFellowship?Miles Family Fellows are not guaranteed a Fisher Fellowship; Miles Family Fellows must apply and be selected for the Fisher Fellowship at the end of their Miles Family Fellowship year.

HowdoestheMilesFamilyFellowshippreparemetoapplyfortheFisherFellowship?The Miles Family Fellowship is a partnership between the KIPP region, the Miles Family Fellow, and the KSLP team. The region ensures that the fellow is placed in appropriate teaching and leadership roles and receives ongoing feedback from the host school leader. The fellow reflects on his or her strengths and areas for development to outline an Individualized Leadership Plan and actively utilizes this plan to seize opportunities for growth and feedback. In addition to the leadership development opportunities provided through Orientation and the three Intersessions throughout the year, the KSLP team provides Miles Family Fellows individualized leadership coaching through the KSLP Coaching Program and at least two site visits.

WhatrolesaremostMilesFamilyFellowsassignedintheregionduringtheFellowship?Most Miles Family Fellows teach and fulfill a leadership role on campus such as a grade level chair or department chair. The role is determined by the region and is aligned with the fellow’s individualized development plan.

Are you a teacher in a KIPP school who has recently taken on additional leadership responsibilities? Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your teaching repertoire?

Designed exclusively for KIPP teachers in roles such as grade level chair, department/content chair, Saturday school coordinator or field lesson coordinator, the Teacher Leader Program is an opportunity for teachers to hone their instructional skills while learning new strategies to bring out the best in their colleagues. Each participant, in collaboration with their school leader, picks one of two programming strands:

Strand 1—Research for Better Teaching: Studying Skillful Teaching

Strand 2—Team Leadership and Management: Successful Strategies for Leading Your Grade Level, Team, or Department

overview The Teacher Leader Program provides rigorous and relevant learning experiences, including:

• Orientation: A three-day orientation before the KIPP School Summit offering an overview of the program, relevant sessions led by educational leaders, and the valuable opportunity to network with your cohort

• Individualized Coaching: Ongoing coaching by your supervising school leader, with the purpose of achieving personal goals in your Individualized Leadership Plan

• Intersessions: Participation in two leadership development retreats throughout the year

• Learning Community: Optional monthly professional development calls coordinated by National-Louis University professors and an online community to share ideas with your cohort

PARTICIPANT REFLECTIONS Each session that I attended allowed me to expand my thinking and push my understanding of both teachers and students. I think that having the opportunity to be in a room with people who have similar goals, yet represent different schools, was a great chance to expand my horizons.

Mindie Norman,Teacher Leader ’10 KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville, TN

Shawna Wells, Principal Prep ’09 and Nick Bungard, Teacher Leader ’10 KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School Philadelphia, PA

Given the new leadership responsibilities of Teacher Leaders in roles such as grade level chair and department chair, participants in the Teacher Leader Program focus on developing the leadership competencies and behaviors of the KIPP Leadership Competency Model, specifically designed to empower participants to:

• Develop an action plan for effectively supporting, monitoring, and evaluating standards-based instruction in their grade level or department

• Experience the power of the cohort through formal and informal problem-solving and thought partnership opportunities with their talented peers in similar roles

• Gain strategies for effective team leadership, including how to set clear objectives, monitor progress, delegate tasks, and hold their peers accountable

• Learn how to lead effective grade-level or department meetings

• Practice skills for team collaboration and productive conflict management

• Practice strategies for conferencing and providing feedback to teachers

• Expand repertoire of skillful teaching to promote student learning and increase student achievement

program goals

frequently asked questions WhatarethebenefitsassociatedwiththeTeacherLeaderProgram?Teacher Leaders engage in rigorous and relevant programming facilitated by various educational and organizational experts throughout the country. Participants continually refine and develop their teaching and leadership skills through peer-sharing opportunities that leverage the diverse experiences of the national cohort.

WhatisthedifferencebetweenStrand1andStrand2?Strand 1 participants benefit from sharpening their teaching repertoire while also learning key strategies for coaching their colleagues to become better teachers. The RBT course is specifically tailored for teachers, instructional coaches, and department chairs. Strand 2 participants benefit from learning from expert educators from around the country about topics such as having authentic conversations, planning and leading effective meetings, and using standards-based instruction to drive results through others. This strand is ideal for grade level chairs, department chairs, and coaches.

Howdoparticipantschoosewhichstrandtojoin?Participants collaboratively choose a strand with their managers or school leaders.

Idonothaveaformalleadershiptitleoncampus.CanIstillparticipate?Yes! This program is for any teacher seeking to maximize his or her leadership potential. All teachers, regardless of their title or role, have the opportunity to positively impact the effectiveness of their peers; this program is designed to give them the tools and skills to do so. Each session is taught through both the lens of a teacher and a leader.

details To apply for the KSLP Teacher Leader Program, candidates must have: • At least two years teaching experience with demonstrated results • Supervisory responsibility within the school • A nomination from KIPP school or regional leader

School leaders may request a nomination form by emailing kslp@kipp.org. Once the nomination is submitted, applicants will receive an invitation to apply online.

Do you play a critical role in the success of your school as an assistant principal, dean, coach, or team leader? The Leadership Team Program provides intentional programming to foster personal growth and offer targeted skill development. As a member of the cohort, participants will develop their leadership identity, learn to navigate complex relationships within their school and region, and connect with passionate and reflective leaders from across the country.

overviewThe Leadership Team Program provides rigorous and relevant learning experiences, including:

• Orientation: A three-day orientation in May to provide an overview of the program along with opportunities for team building and training

• Summer Institute: Intensive five weeks of coursework, taught by dynamic faculty and educational leaders, in a university setting. New concepts uncovered in classroom discussions link to practical application through collaborative peer groups known as Learning Teams and through individualized coaching with a Leadership Guide.

• Intersessions: Three weekend retreats in fall and winter for further development in the role

• IndividualizedDevelopment: Creation of Individualized Leadership Plan that determines targeted support, including a Leadership Guide, to maximize strengths and identify areas for development

• Graduate Degree and Administrative Credential (Optional): Opportunity to pursue a MA in Educational Leadership and an administrative credential through National-Louis University

Because of connections made with colleagues, learning extends far beyond the formal coursework itself and continues through the invaluable network that is built over the course of the year.

PARTICIPANT REFLECTIONS I have learned how important it is for me to be reflective and to learn more about myself as a person. I will take the lessons I learned in KSLP programming into the next school year and utilize them in my leadership position. Jenna Molinkski, Leadership Team ’10 KIPP DIAMOND Academy Memphis, TN

Tara Ranzy, Principal Prep ’06* KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Philadelphia, PA

The Leadership Team Program, designated for leaders in roles such as assistant principal or dean, is designed to prepare participants for their new school-wide responsibilities in leadership and management. Aligned with the KIPP Leadership Competency Model, the overarching goals of the Leadership Team Program aim to empower participants to:

• Shift their perspective from teacher to leader as they critically think about school-based problems and decisions that involve multiple stakeholders

• Strengthen their ability to communicate effectively and adjust their communication styles across broad audiences

• Practice methods to impact and influence a wide variety of stakeholders to support the school’s vision, goals, and values

• Acquire new skills for managing others, including learning how to set and monitor teachers’ performance goals and holding others accountable for results

• Develop strategies to effectively coach and mentor teachers

• Increase their instructional leadership repertoire to drive student achievement gains

• Experience the power of the cohort through formal and informal problem-solving and thought partnership opportunities with talented peers in similar roles

program goals

frequently asked questions WillIhavemyadministrativecertificationaftercompletingtheLeadershipTeamProgram?You can opt into a program through National-Louis University (NLU) to earn a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and apply for an administrative certificate upon completion of the degree. The optional program allows participants to receive graduate level course credits for the training provided during the programming year. Participants in the NLU program will receive nine semester units at the end of Summer Institute and then will participate in ongoing coursework through NLU. The master’s program runs from July through April. Tuition payments are the responsibility of the individual participants.

WhatarethelivingarrangementsduringSummerInstitute?During Summer Institute, participants live and work together in dormitory-style housing. As part of the program’s tuition, participants receive housing and a meal plan. The KIPP Foundation will provide assistance in arranging family housing for participants who choose to bring family members to Summer Institute. However, participants are responsible for any costs incurred for the lodging of family members.

details To apply for the KSLP Leadership Team Program, candidates must have: • At least three years teaching experience with demonstrated results • Supervisory or coaching responsibility within the school • A nomination from your KIPP school or regional leader

School or regional leaders may request a nomination form by emailing kslp@kipp.org. Once the nomination is submitted, applicants will receive an invitation to apply online.

Are you planning to assume the role of school leader at an existing KIPP school in the next 18 months? The Principal Prep Program is designed exclusively for leaders who aspire to enhance and expand their knowledge and skills in preparation to lead an existing KIPP school.

overviewThe Principal Prep Program provides rigorous and relevant learning experiences, including:

• Orientation: A three-day orientation in May to provide an overview of the program along with opportunities for team-building and training

• Summer Institute: Intensive five weeks of coursework, taught by dynamic faculty and educational leaders, in a university setting. New concepts uncovered in classroom discussions link to practical application through collaborative peer groups known as Learning Teams and through individualized coaching with a Leadership Guide.

• Intersessions: Three weekend retreats in fall and winter for further leadership development

• IndividualizedCoachingandDevelopment: Creation of Individualized Leadership Plan that determines individualized support, including one-on-one coaching with a Leadership Coach throughout the year, to maximize strengths and identify areas for development

• Residencies: Residencies in high-performing KIPP schools across the country designed as two-week apprenticeships tailored to meet the needs of the Principal Prep’s Individualized Leadership Plan

• InternalSchoolReview: The opportunity to participate, along with a peer and an independent evaluator, in a review of the school in which the participant will be assuming the principalship in order to inform first-year leadership priorities

• Graduate Degree and Administrative Credential (Optional): Opportunity to pursue a MA in Educational Leadership and an administrative credential through National-Louis University

detailsTo apply for the KSLP Principal Prep Program, candidates must have: • At least three years teaching experience with demonstrated results • Supervisory responsibility within the school • Knowledge of and a willingness to meet state principal certification

requirements • A nomination by your KIPP school or regional leader

School and regional leaders can request a nomination form by emailing kslp@kipp.org. Once the nomination is submitted, applicants will receive an invitation to apply online.

Jemar Tisby, Principal Prep ’08 KIPP Delta College Preparatory School Helena, AR

Blanca Ruiz, Principal Prep ’06* KIPP Academy New York New York, NY

The Principal Prep program is specifically designed to prepare participants to manage change and transition, and ultimately be successful as a successor school leader in an existing KIPP school. Using the KIPP Leadership Competency Model as its aligning framework, the Principal Prep program aims to empower participants to:

• Shift their perspective from teacher to leader as they think critically about and solve school-based problems and decisions that involve multiple stakeholders

• Assess the current state of their school in a variety of domains and develop a strategic plan

• Learn how to align their organization’s mission, vision, values, and goals

• Practice methods to impact and influence a wide variety of stakeholders to support the school’s goals

• Strengthen their ability to communicate effectively and adjust their communication style across broad audiences

• Acquire new skills for managing others, including enhancing the school’s performance management system and setting performance goals with staff

• Gain an understanding of operational management including school law, financial management, and related compliance matters

• Develop strategies to effectively coach and mentor teachers

• Increase their instructional leadership repertoire to drive student achievement gains

program goals

frequently asked questions WhatarethebenefitsassociatedwiththePrincipalProgram?The Principal Prep Program offers participants an opportunity to strengthen and develop their leadership skills in preparation to assume the role of school leader. In addition to receiving high-quality programming, participants are able to build lasting relationships with other leaders in their cohort. Participants receive one-on-one leadership coaching through the KSLP Coaching Program. This year, the Principal Prep program has two new exciting components—residencies and participation on an internal school review team at their own school, funded by the KIPP Foundation.

WillIhavemyadministrativecertificationaftercompletingthePrincipalPrepProgram?Participants may opt into a program through National-Louis University (NLU) to earn a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and apply for an administrative certificate upon completion of the degree. The optional program allows participants to receive graduate level course credit for the training provided during the programming year. Participants in the NLU program will receive nine semester units at the end of Summer Institute and then will participate in ongoing coursework through NLU. The master’s program runs from July through April. Tuition payments are the responsibility of the individual participants.

WhatarethelivingarrangementsduringSummerInstitute?During Summer Institute, participants live and work together in dormitory-style housing. As part of the program’s tuition, participants receive housing and a meal plan. The KIPP Foundation will provide assistance in arranging family housing for participants who choose to bring family members to Summer Institute. However, participants are responsible for any costs incurred for the lodging of family members.

Arethereanynewprogramofferingsthisyear?Recognizing the unique demands and challenges that successor leaders face, we have created additional learning opportunities to prepare participants transitioning to the principalship. This year, the Principal Prep Program has two new exciting components—residencies and participation on an internal school review. These additional programmatic components are available not only to current Principal Prep participants, but also to past KSLP graduates who are now preparing to assume the principalship.

These leadership development opportunities are designed to provide participants the opportunity to gain behind-the-scenes insight into instructional, operational, and people management practices of other KIPP schools to inform their own leadership transition plans, as well as provide the option of assessing their own school’s health with a school review team to inform priorities and goals for their first year of school leadership.

Are you a School Leader in search of opportunities to engage in high-quality professional learning with your peers and broaden your network? The KIPP Principal Development Programs seek to improve outcomes for our students through intense and intentional professional development opportunities for current KIPP leaders to expand their leadership repertoires.

overviewThe Principal Development Programs provide our leaders with a variety of competency-aligned professional learning. This cohort is comprised of KIPP school leaders and partner leaders, as well as deans, coaches, chief academic officers, and other instructional leaders. In the past year, programs have included:

• The KIPP School Leader Retreat: Bringing together the entire KIPP School Leader Community to engage in community building, reflection, and development. All of the activities are designed for the dual purpose of strengthening school leaders’ capacity to drive results while building trusting and critical relationships across the network.

• TheSkillfulTeacherIICourse: Designed to build leaders’ knowledge and skills for improving the practice of their teachers. The course develops leaders’ capacity to drive results and manage others through observation, coaching, conferencing, and teaching of adult learners. Leaders expand their knowledge of effective teaching practices through the study of current research and video observation of KIPP teachers. Participants also deliver and receive feedback on their teaching of adult learners.

• TheDNAProject: An opportunity for a small group of leaders who wish to share case studies of ongoing issues in their leadership and receive concrete and focused feedback and support from peers. Jon Saphier (author of The Skillful Teacher and founder of Research for Better Teaching) facilitates. Meetings include spontaneous role-plays to help individual leaders rehearse how to handle particular situations.

Programming changes regularly to meet the needs of KIPP leaders. If you have suggestions for future Principal Development Programs, please contact Caleb Dolan at cdolan@kipp.org.

The desire to learn and grow does not stop once a KSLP participant becomes a school leader; on the contrary, the hunger for continued development and professional dialogue is heightened by the complex, demanding nature of the role. As such, the Principal Development Programs have been specifically designed to support the ongoing development of our school leaders by:

• Increasing personal connection to the broader KIPP school leader community in order to facilitate greater openness and sharing of struggle and progress

• Building the capacity to improve teaching and learning at their schools through expanding leaders’ knowledge and skills

• Grounding all programs in high-quality adult instruction and the real challenges of school leadership

program goals

Shawadeim Reagans, Principal Prep ’05*TEAM Academy, a KIPP SchoolNewark, NJ Shawadeim Reagans was a founding teacher at TEAM Academy, a KIPP school in Newark, New Jersey. As a sixth-grade teacher, his students scored above the country’s 90th percentile. He has received a Kinder Excellence in Teaching Award, as well as won the US Department of Education American Star of Teaching Award. Shawadeim then became the successor school leader of TEAM Academy, where he serves as the school leader and continues to make classroom teaching part of his day.

Leadership coaching, rooted in the KIPP Leadership Competency Model, is an integral component of the KIPP School Leadership Programs. The coaching program, designed for emerging and seasoned leaders, offers participants one-on-one coaching to develop the transformational skills and talents necessary for the urgent work they are engaged in: to ensure that our students succeed in college and in life.

Whoiseligibleforcoaching?Miles Family Fellows, Fisher Fellows, and Principal Prep participants are assigned to coaches during their training year as part of their leadership development. Current school leaders, regional leaders, and executive directors may opt into the coaching program for a fee.

HowdoestheCoachingProgramwork?Through consultation with each participant, the Director of Coaching matches him or her with a coach who has mastery of the particular areas of identified needs. Participants and coaches engage in biweekly, 50-minute coaching calls that are confidential and non-evaluative. In addition, coaches offer resources, targeted to individual participants’ needs. For leaders who opt into the coaching program, site visits are an additional component.

HowdoescoachingworkatKSLPSummerInstitute?Each participant is carefully matched with a Leadership Guide with whom she or he meets regularly throughout the Summer Institute to identify and address areas of leadership development, reflect on learning, and set goals and action plans to implement during the upcoming school year. Leadership Guides are experienced and practicing school leaders, executive directors, and educational leaders.

WhatarethecostsassociatedwithCoaching?Miles Family Fellows, Fisher Fellows, and Principal Prep participants receive coaching as part of their programs’ tuition. The KIPP Foundation subsidizes half the cost for school leaders, executive directors, and regional leaders who opt into the program.

HowdoIfindoutmoreabouttheCoachingProgram?To find out more about the coaching program, email Linda Belans, Director of Coaching, at lbelans@kipp.org.

PARTICIPANT REFLECTIONS Coaching calls were an amazing and rewarding aspect of the Miles Family Fellowship; a way to reflect, ask questions, and dig deep as I developed as a leader. What I found most wonderful was that my coach was able to help me work through any situation and relate it back to my own leadership development and the KIPP School Leadership Competency Model. In this way, the coaching calls were individualized and specific to my needs. I truly looked forward to each call, because every conversation led to new insights. Miles Family Fellow

Working with my coach over the past year has proven to be invaluable to me. To have an impartial ear, a thoughtful mind, and a caring spirit whose primary job is to help me help my team succeed is a gift. Leadership can be lonely, and having someone to share the struggles with helps. KIPP Regional Executive Director

LEADERSHIP COACHING

The KSLP team shares a passion for ensuring that children in underserved communities persist to and through college. With many members having been former school leaders themselves, the team is inspired by the potential to multiply their impact by developing leaders who will each transform the educational and life opportunities of thousands of children.

Recognizing the urgency of the work, the team is committed to designing programs that are truly relevant and highly effective. By continuously soliciting and incorporating feedback from participants and other stakeholders, the team aims to ensure that all programming is of exceptional quality and provides a model for adult learning experiences.

Linda Belans, Director of Coaching Jessica Cunningham, Director of School Leader SupportAnna Daly, Director of Fisher Fellow Programming Caleb Dolan, Director of Principal Development ProgramsKendra Ferguson, Leadership Coach Arlett Franco, Executive Assistant Shayna Hammond, Manager of Teacher Leader Programs Terence Johnson, Senior Director, Leadership Pathways Programs Constance Jones, Director, Program Evaluation and Special Projects Lara Knight, Director, Principal Prep Programs and KSLP OperationsJeana Marinelli, Manager of Leadership Team Programs Ariele Mlawski, KSLP Program Associate Candace Rogers, Instructional Leadership Support Director Mikelle Willis, Director of Fisher Fellowship Kelly Wright, Senior Learning Officer

KSLP TEAM

Aaron Brenner, Fisher Fellow ’03KIPP SHINE PrepHouston, TX Aaron Brenner taught second grade in the border community of Donna, Texas, before founding KIPP SHINE Prep, KIPP’s first elementary school, in 2004. While KIPP SHINE’s PreK students enter as non-readers, they finish the year performing above kindergarten level. KIPP SHINE quickly became a model for the entire KIPP network. By summer 2011, KIPP projects it will have more than 25 elementary schools across the country. Aaron now works as Head of Elementary Schools for KIPP Houston.

KIPP School Leadership Programs could not provide the intensive training or thoughtful programming it does without the support

of these foundations and individuals:

Walton Family FoundationRainwater Charitable Foundation

Louis Calder FoundationMiles Family Foundation

Raikes FoundationJim and Connie Calaway

The Prudential Foundation

Additionally, we appreciate the generous support provided to KSLP through the U.S. Department of Education’s Investing in

Innovation (i3) grant and our matching donors listed below:

Bezos Family FoundationThe Wallace Foundation

New Profit, Inc. Charles and Helen Schwab FoundationThe Laura and John Arnold Foundation

Ewing Marion Kauffman FoundationChamberlin Family Foundation

Robin Hood FoundationSusquehanna Foundation

Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family FoundationAnonymous (2)

(EDGAR 75.620)These materials were developed with support from the U.S. Department of Education, Investing in Innovation (i3) Program. The contents herein do not necessarily represent

the policy or endorsement of the U.S. Department of Education.* Before 2007, Principal Prep program was known as Leaders-In-Training.

KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools with a track record of preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and in life.

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On the cover: Diana Soliz, Principal Prep ’04* KIPP Houston and KIPP Austin Houston, TX and Austin, TX